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Newspaper
New Holland Clarion
Location
New Holland, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1900
Page
3
An Iowa Homestead correspondent offers bean cultivation advice. Plant after early June frost risk, prefer high sandy soil, and plow early for moisture retention. Frequent shallow cultivation prevents crusting, with four plowings and one harrowing advised.
This article notes rising chestnut cultivation in several states focusing on large European and Japanese varieties, seed propagation, grafting, and nursery practices. It describes planting seeds, nursery care, transplant timing, and grafting from stumps, plus corn, potatoes, and millet cultivation tips.
A New Jersey agricultural note discusses season tests on irrigation efficiency for asparagus yields and offers weed control advice. It also advises sprinkling bran to protect cabbage heads, sowing turnip seed on bare spots, and timely care for hop and clover crops amid early frost and pest pressures.
A South African tale features Rightman’s daughter known as Rightman’s girl who defies General Kitchener to spare her farm. She steps from the doorway with arms crossed as troops and staff surge forward, her brave stance fending off destruction amid the Boer struggle.
A report highlights women such as Mrs. Alice Campbell Chism who go to Cuba to teach millinery dressmaking manicure and hairdressing to promote self sufficiency. It notes Mrs Elizabeth Cobb Avis as a centenarian daughter of the Revolution and praises Miss Ida Maydins for expanding The Southern Home Journal beyond its borders.
The author argues for marrying a man for who he is and his established character rather than youthful potential. She praises marrying an older, stable man and stresses the value of faithful support, sensible judgment, and shared future goals over chasing romance or financial risk.
A period craft article describes making a raised centerpiece from remnants using two 12 inch circles covered in velvet and satin. Layers are laced and secured with a feather and artificial flower trim, with ruffles of lace and ribbon for decoration. The piece aims for harmony of color and a dramatic, decorative effect. Rosman H. TongE and Mrs Edwin Gardner Weed are noted with regional ties and social roles.
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