Soy beans as a forage and soil improver guidance
A correspondent outlines planting soy beans in hills or drills 2 to 3 feet apart with 15 to 24 inches between hills, noting they grow where corn does and can be used with corn for silage. Beans enrich soil via nitrogen fixing roots, shade cover slows weeds, and they yield rich stock feed. seed should be harvested after pods darken, with stalks stacked and pods properly opened for threshing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. E. Emery
Agriculturist
N. C. Experiment Station
Flat Pea Lathyrus Sylvestris Explored For Farm Use
The Flat pea Lathyrus Sylvestris is a perennial related to vetches with limited agricultural value. Trials show slow growth, poor vigor against grasses, and no seed set despite six months cultivation. It may only have potential in sand hill regions. seed costs $4.99 per pound, with no strong recommendation to invest.
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Germany
Lucerne
Lathyrus Sylvestris
Sand-Hill
Gerald McCarthy
N. C
Questions and Replies from the N C Agricultural Station
The Station invites North Carolina farmers to submit agricultural questions. Questions should be sent to N C Agricultural Experiment Station Raleigh NC. Replies will be provided by the most competent staff member and published when of general interest to enlarge usefulness and aid practical farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina
N.C
Saltpetre as Fertilizer in Agricultural Use
The article discusses saltpetre used as fertilizer, clarifying two forms: Chili saltpetre or nitrate soda and nitrate of potash. It notes both require additional ingredients to be complete fertilizers. Nitrate of potash needs acid or phosphate to become a complete application, while Chili saltpetre is the form commonly used agriculturally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
KB. Battle
Best Clover and Grasses for Light Loamy Land in North Carolina
Ques seeks best clover and grasses for light loamy soil. Orchard grass is hardy for hay with Kentucky bluegrass to thicken stands. Red clover flowers with the grasses and improves hay. manure boosts profits. Annual clover grown for seed may yield more cash. sow in August or fall for moisture and early winter survival. Seed may bring $5 to $6 per bushel. Chufas yield too little to rival peanuts for hogs. farmers favor peanuts for hog feeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. E. Emery
Agriculturist
Congressional notes and NC political updates
Congress member Houk of Ohio dies in Washington during a visit. Governor Carr orders Cumberland Superior Court to convene April 16 due to session delays from Fuller trials. The Democratic Campaign Committee meets in Washington with Senator Faulkner chairing. Marion Butler elected president of the National Farmers Alliance, a notable NC honor. The People’s Party executive meeting corrections note S P Clark as participant. Harnett Superior Court closes after courthouse fire with records saved. New Bern Fair runs April 19 to 24. The President signs repeal of the Federal election law easing marshal presence at polls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senator Faulkner
West Virginia
J. S. Carr
Chambers Smith
Raleigh
School session opens January 1894 with modest tuition
The 31st session begins on the third Monday in January 1894 and runs twenty weeks. Board costs eight to ten dollars monthly, tuition ranges from 10 to 20 pounds paid in advance, no deductions for illness except protracted sickness. Cornelia will assist. A. J. Moore, Principal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornelia
A. J. Moore
Remarkable heart cure testimonial from Mrs Starr
A Pottsville woman describes a long heart pain and oppression, sleeplessness, and gas belching before using Dr Miles New Heart Cure. She reports weight gain from 125 to 150 pounds and restored appetite and sleep, praising the remedy’s benefits and a doctor’s discovery. Sold with guarantee at $1 per bottle, six for $5, prepaid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Miles
Harry Starr
Pottsville
Miles
Dr. Miles Medical Co
Elkhart
Ind
Compound Oxygen Treatment Promoted Across Cities
A Philadelphia based Drs Starkey and Palen advertise their Compound Oxygen Treatment for chronic diseases. They claim twenty three years of cures and offer a 200 page book with testimonials. They note offices in Philadelphia San Francisco New York City Toronto and mention a mail free information offer.
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Starkey and Palen
Arch St
Philadelphia
Penn
Drs. Starkey & Palen
San Francisco
California
New York City
N. Y
Toronto
Canada
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National Farmers’ Alliance
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People’s Party
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Iol
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Tion
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Dr. Hoskins
Henry Taloon
NEW York Ledger
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Mary Lowe Dickinson
Josiah Allen
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Belen Campbell
Sohn Habberton
Ss. P. Cadman
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Elizabeth Olmi
Robinson
James Bryce
Olive Thorne Miller
Mary Kyle Dallas
S. Stowell
Anna Katharine Green
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