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Newspaper
Tipton County Argus
Location
Tipton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1858
Page
4
An American Agriculturist piece explains that mixing varieties occurs only through flowers and seeds while tubers remain unchanged. Cross pollination by wind bees or hands creates mixed seeds, but planting tubers yields the same variety.
The article promotes buckwheat as an excellent, cheap bread source. It notes buckwheat’s distinct properties, drought tolerance, and growth on barren soils. While digestibility varies, it can be substantial in cold weather and is vulnerable to sensitive stomachs. It mentions Belgian and French cultivation and broad agricultural observations.
HOG CHOLERA warnings urge immediate burial of carcasses and proper disposal to prevent spread, advising farmers to keep hogs well fed and away from harmful debris. A Dayton item warns of a kitchen can explosion from tomatoes and explains a tomato can incident as a housekeeping caution. A separate note describes making a rosin alcohol solution to seal tree wounds.
The Argus of Tipton pledges independence and openness for readers, promising coverage of municipal, agricultural, and market news without political creed bias. It will publish the law and county events, aiming to serve Tipton and surrounding areas.
The Indiana State Journal marks its thirty seventh volume since 1822, framing itself as a family paper with Republican alignment. It highlights its long history, aims for broader, less partisan coverage, and notes subscription rates for various club sizes and the daily issue at six dollars yearly.
An advertisement notes Thackeray's new novel The Virginans with advance proofs for England payment of two thousand dollars. It lists Charles Reade Jack of All Trades, Mrs Gaskell The Doom of the Griffiths, and Wilkie Collins The Marriage Tragely as forthcoming pieces. Harper's Magazine promises large print runs, high production, and favorable terms for subscribers.
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