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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1906
Page
3
The trunk and branches form a framework exposing leaves to sun and air so fruit can form. Pruning aims to balance leaf surface, avoid sunburn, and shape trees from nursery to full size with careful cuts, using knives hand shears and saws for large branches.
The article explains the cleft graft method for stocks over three-fourths inch in diameter. It covers stock preparation, two scions, wedge cutting, insertion with inner bark in contact, wrapping if needed, and sealing with grafting wax. It notes best results with stubs 1 to 1.5 inches thick and advises multi year grafting for large trees.
A Missouri correspondent of the Ohio Farmer outlines methods to slow or hasten grape ripening. He advocates continual shallow cultivation during fruit development to prevent markets gluts, warns against overburdened vines, and prescribes Bordeaux mixture spraying before leaf fall and again at blossom to curb fungous growth and aid fertilization.
The article notes cultivated land yields better tree growth than untiled land and urges deep plowing before planting. It discusses dormant fruit buds that can revive after a poor winter, warning against discouragement as a false crop may occur. It also mentions a farm mechanic building planned by the university trustees for the college of agriculture.
A. C. Barnett of Avard Oklahoma recounts his son's severe eczema. After three months with a physician, two bottles of Cuticura Resolvent, plus Cuticura Soap and Ointment, cleared the scalp and restored hair. He endorses Cuticura for eczema and skin health.
A Washington Star quote highlights a statesman’s pledge to give a close personal focus to an investigation to prevent unwanted disclosures. The remark underlines political caution and self interest in handling sensitive inquiries.
A witty classroom exchange ends with a child saying two and two make a kith. A Salem physician recalls wanting to be a soldier but choosing medicine after parental guidance, prompting a friend to remark on wholesale versus retail aspirations.
A humorous exchange questions the chaplain general of a patriotic society praying for those with different ancestry. The retort suggests Darwinian theory is optional while Adam and Eve remain acceptable.
Fragmentary chatter mentions yachting affection a Be iringer sail and water scene. quotes a Cleveland Leader line and a Judge remark about Garfield Tea Co Brooklyn N Y and its herb cure. The readable text focuses on promotional and literary snippets rather than a coherent news item.
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