Georgia farmer asks for per acre outputs across crops at Georgia state farms
Commissioner O. B. Banyans replies with crop reports from 1813 to 1898 showing yields and net profits per acre for corn oats cotton syrup and more across Thomas Carroll Wilkes and other Georgia counties. He notes high profits with proper practices and invites the inquirer to Georgia for further data and hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. D. Simmons
Obie
Dean Sin
R. H. Hardiway
Jon Upland
Thomas County
Lower
Georgia
Nora
E. T. Davis
John J. Parker
Wily W. Groover
Brooka County
J. R Reapass
Schley County
Middle Georgia
John Bonner
Carroll County
R. H. Springer
Wilkes County
J. B. Madden
William Jones
Bourke County
William
T. P. Jones
Greene County
W Lenk
Spaulding
Theta
Gore
J.B. Winters
Cobb County
Upper Georgia
Jeremiah Daniel
R. Peters
Georgia Agricultural Dept Urges Cane Sugar Industry Revival
The State Agricultural Department asks farmers for production data on sugar cane to gauge feasibility of syrup mills and sugar factories. It cites Captain TJ James of Emanuel County with 120 acres cane and 400 gallons per acre last year, analyzes costs, and seeks cooperative input on acreage, yields, prices, and markets to reclaim Georgia’s prewar cane prominence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TJ. James
Emanuel
James
Georgia
Setton
Merissary
State Agricultural Department
Palatable Scott's Emulsion Promotes Cod Liver Oil Benefits
The narrator clarifies that Scott's Emulsion is cod liver oil made palatable and accepts by nearly all children. It emphasizes the product as pure cod liver oil despite its prior reputation for bad taste and smell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Scott’s Emulsion promise of nourishment for all ages
An advertisement extols Scott’s Emulsion as superior nourishment for babies, children, and adults, comparing its creamlike consistency to milk cream. It claims the hypophosphites enhance nerve support and overall strength, urging readers to purchase from dealers and chemists in New York.
Winter Pasture and Vetches for Fine Winter Forage
This guide from the Department of Agriculture outlines planting Vetch varieties such as Winter Pasture, Daglish Vetch and Land Vetch with Bermuda or on Bermudagrass. Seed quality matters. 50 pounds costs about $4.75 to $5.00 in Richmond. Plant in September or October, harvest as hay late April to early May.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deley
Harry Vetch
Nore
Bermuda
Bermud
T. W. Wood & Son
Richmond
Ajmy
Wheat Hay as Stock Feed and How to Harvest
Wheat hay can serve as economical forage for horses, mules, and cattle when cut in early dough stage. Cut with mower, rake, and bale after drying, then store in barn about ten days to two weeks. yields average around 1 3/4 tons per acre. Turpentine and kerosene are suggested insecticides in poultry feeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C.B. Btevens
Atlanta
Drak Sm
R. D. Siatatoxs
How to avoid poor lights in lamps and wicks
A State Chemist advises practical lamp care to ensure bright light. Use proper wicks, trim carefully, avoid dirt buildup, and clean burners and interiors. filter or replace dirty oil, avoid red oil, and maintain good lamp handling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan M. McCanpress
Stato Chomlat
New Discovery Heals Philadelphia Woman's Cough
Annie E Springer of 1126 Howard Street Philadelphia reports Dr King’s New Discovery cured a years long hacking cough. She praises the royal remedy for chest pain and restored sleep. Trial bottle free at Dr Stovall’s drug store with guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie E Springer
Howardei
Philadelphia
Dr. King
Dr. Stovall
Vienna Vendor Promises Clever Help and Low Prices
The note advertises Jordan Bres in Vienna offering smart service and goods at cheaper rates than local shops. It emphasizes affordability and friendly treatment to attract customers.
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Vienna
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Sthchmns
Runwer
Ners
Thorn
W. A. Swift
Hibert County
Alla G. Hardman
Clarik County
Department of Agriculture
Georgian
O. B. Banyans
Scours BO ‘Ne
Chemist
New ‘York
A. T. Dallas
Agrivalture
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