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v PROFITABLE RETURNS FROM ANGORA GOATS Probably the Most Pronounced and Useful Trait of the Animal Is Its Ability to Clear Pasture of Weeds and Brush. ■ Pcabtbig the most pro oof; need and i useful trait of the Angora goat is its J gbyity toffee pastures of weeds and brash. A. bulletin of the department •f agriculture claims that 40 goats will •Jiean as much land as a man with a maltodr, and do it much belter, writes J. 11. Harpstev in American Agri -'■dliurist. A member of the Iowa state, board of agriculture is author ity fdi* the statement that the Angora ; goat has added $1,000,000 to the value «f lo^a land in the last ten years, by I dreelfijg it of brush and weeds. There j are millions Of acres of land in the j 'United Slates, the value of which could 6e more than doubled by the I do not know how to jump. Any good fence will turn them: they are more apt to crawl under than jump over, but when they once Icatn to jump they are good at the job. A woven wire fence three feet high is an ideal goat fonce. One with square meshes is preferable, with stay wires not closer than 12 inches apart. Angora goats breed but once a year and usually bring forth their young in late winter or spring, usu ally one, but sometimes twins. The kids are delicate when first born, but when once filled with mother's milk will stand lots of exposure. The fall is the best season to buy goats, Angcra Buck and Coes. raising of these animals for a few years, at practically no cost lo the farmers, as the goat will pay for its keep and a handsome profit besides. The goat is the only animal that will take the job of clearing our land and pile a great portion of the brush and weeds in his shed as manure and ask nothing for doing it. Ail he asks is a dry place to sleep, which he will go to himself, and some feed when it is too wet for him to go out. For this he gives up a fleece of hair, worth from cno dollar up, and each year an other grubber, in the form of a lusty hid. as then you can see the mohair ami it has not added much to the price. If you buy iu the spring you must buy the fleece, as well as the goat. Shorn goats all look alike to me, and no one can tell with absolute surety a good haired goat after it is clipped. The ilcece of the Angora goat is^ called mohair, and they shear from one aad one-half to twenty-one pounds. The average for this country is be tween three and five pounds for one year's growth, and it is from three to twenty-two inches long, the average being somewhere between. The price of mohair varies as much ■ ^ Angora Kids. The goat will eat any feed that any other animai will eat and a great deal that no other animal will touch, but it must be clean. In summer he will eat. all kinds of brush and weeds and leave the grass for the oth er animals. lit the winter he will eat the tops of all the weeds to get the seeds cad the twigs and ends of ail brush and briars and the bark from a great many saplings, peeling them up six feet high. Western goats are not hard to fence, as they have nevc-r been in any in closure, except a corral, and hence as the weight of the fleece, and ranges from 16 cents to $6.50 per pound, the former price for six-months-old goats of poor hair, and the latter the price paid a Montana firm for two ileeces that weighed; 42 pounds. The goat that took the premium at the St Louis world's fair clipped 19 pounds of hair and soid for $4.50 per pound Tom Wedgewood of New Mexico had a buck that sheared 18 pounds of hair, • ten pounds of which sold for five dol lars per pound. Mrs. Armour of New , Mexico had a doe lleece that weighed ; 14 pounds and sold for $42. 1EXTERMINATING THE POTATO BEETLE Effective and Economical Method of Fisbtins Theoe Injurious Eittie Insects. Relieving that many farmers and truck gardeners are not fighting these insects in the most economic and effective manner, the United States department of agriculture recently performed some experiments to test a variety of means and methods and find out the cheapest and most effec tive, says Farmers' Review. As a re sult of these experiments it is recom mended that the poisons be put on in a liquid solution with a spray pump rather than in a dry form, as the resuits will be as good or better and the cost much less. One difficulty with the use of the land plaster mixture is that it causes an acid condition of the soil, which is injurious. It is aiso ! recommended that the poison (either | Paris green or arsenate of lead) be ; dissolved in Bordeaux mixture, as the | lime prevents the arsenic from ! burning the foliage and the Bordeaux I appears to have a beneficial effect, in j creasing the yield of potatoes. The ! growers are advised to purchase pow | or spraying outfits which will enable i them to apply the poison promptly and j to go over their fields at least three l times during the season. FERTILIZER FOR USE IN THE FALL Advantage of Buying Highest Grades is Shown hy Compar ison of Analysis. By A. J. LEGG. Albion, W. Va. It is generally conceded that either a superphosphate or a superphos phate and potash is the most econom ical fertilizer to use on wheat. My experience here is that a good grade superphosphate alone gives better results than the superphos phate and potash when applied to wheat. 1 prefer it to the phosphate and potash if they cost the same money, but the potash added also adds from three to four dollars per ton to the price of the goods. It may bn that it will pay to buy the potash in some localities, but I feel sure that it does not pay here. The superphosphate hastens the ma turity of the crop and thus lessens the danger from loss by rust and other diseases which injure the wheat crop. It helps to make nice plump grains. In comparing prices it is necessary to consider the amount of available phosphoric acid in the goods. If a certain brand shows ten per cent, available phosphoric acid and is offered at $14 per ton, and we desire to compare it with a brand which show s an analysis of 16 per cent, avail able phosphoric acid at $1S per ton, we call the per cent, pounds, since ten per cent, means ten pounds per hundred, and multiply it by the price per pound for phosphoric acid, which is usually calculated at from five to six cents per pound, and compare the results thus: Ten pounds phosphoric acid at six cents per pound equals 60 cents. Sixteen pounds phosphoric acid at six cents per pound equals 96 cents. This show s the cheaper grade to be worth 60 cents per hundred and the higher grade 9G cents per hundred. Sixty times 20 is $12. Ninety-six times 20 is $19.20. This shows that when 16 per cent goods are selling at $19.20 per ton the ten per cent, goods arc only worth commercially $12 per ton. Children’s Wear A Cress end Two Jackets for Girls of S to 10 Years. THE first design shown is a charming little short-waisted dress, that can be carried out in cotton, nr any soft material. It must not be too thick, or the gathers at thr waist will make it bulky. The bodice and skirt are cut in one: tucks are made on the shoulders and across front, there are also two tucks above the hem, and a row of insertion above the top tuck. The effect of a short-waisted bodice is given by a deep waist-band, pointed in front, to which the material is gathered. Ilat of fancy straw, trimmed with marguerites and ribbon. Materials required for the dress: Four yards 40 inches wide. The second shows a reefer coat and plaited skirt, worn with a white washing silk blouse. The coat has a deep square collar of white cloth, trimmed with navy biue braid. Materia! required for coat and skirt, four yards 16 inches wide. The last illustration presents a useful little coat of white serge, it «s art easy little pattern for an amateur dressmaker to attempt, the absence of col la • simplifies the making very much. The edge is trimmed with a simple pattern, worked with Russia braid. Crinoline iiat. trimmed with small flowers. Material required for coat: Two yards serge. SMART STOCK EASY TO MAKE One of the Prettiest of the Season Calls for Comparatively Small Outlay. One of (he smartest of the new stocks is so easily copied that almost ary girl can make herself one at small cost. The collar and a long strip reach ing to the hast lino is of semi-trans parent Japanese lin n. Eotli sides of the collar and strip are finished in an irregular scallop buttonholed in a deep tone of old blue. This also runs around the bottom of the strip, v.hich forms a semi-circle. The center of collar and strip are worked in detached, five-petaled flowers interspersed with dots of dif ferent sizes. Surrounding the strip and making the rucking fer the top of the collar is footing or fine net. This is turned in a narrow hem an eighth of an inch deep, which is run with the three shades used in embroidery. This stitching may either be outlining or, as the ruffle is plaited and takes quite a length of material, it can be done ert the machine if you have one which makes a chain stitch. The plaiting around the long tab is about three-quarters of an inch wide, while that used as ruching in narrow enough to be becoming. SHELL PINK BATISTE One of the loveliest gowns worn at a recent luncheon, where modish gowns were a-plenty, was of shell-pink ba tiste, fashioned after design suggested in above illustration, which shows tho artistic use of selftone embroidery flouncing on skirt. All-over ambroid cry, in same shade, was used for bod ice and sleeves in a sort of jacket ef fect to tho high-waisted skirt and bor dered by bias bands of tho material. The square yoke of fine white lace was separated from lower part of bod ice of plain white batiste of sheerest quality, by a band of narrow pink satin ribbon, with small bow in center. A hat of white pineapple straw, with bunches of pink hyacinths and a pink silk parasol, added further beauty to the get-up. SETTING OFF DINING TABLE Mew Patterns in Cut Class Are Formed in Imitation of Beautiful Flowers. It is not. usual for new patterns in cut glass to come in very plentifully, but the designers and manufacturer ers have united in a rec- nt effort and we are shown three beautiful flowers in tbo newest glass dishes for our dining tables. We have the daisy, with a butterfly hovering above it in a most graceful and perfect design, made in various-shaped vessels, both tail and flat. Then we have the Scotch thistle, which is unique in cut glass, and the clover leaf and blossom so perfect iu the cutting that we wonder there is not a more persistent effort to re produce every available flower. Another and a greater wonder is that, so many housewives are given to sheltering all of these beautiful dishes —perchance from the careless bands of servants—until the “mere posses sion'’ of them has got to be a mania. It is really better to get the good out of things than to drift gradually into what is known as "a slave to vour possessions.’’ Cut giass should be cleansed in soapsuds and then polished with saw dust ar.u chamois skin. Safety Pocket for Traveling. Safety pockets for jewels and money are a necessity for the woman traveling. Frequently they are made to belt on the waist under the blouse; sometimes to be fastened to the garter under the knee, and sometimes to be strapped around the neck. Good ones are made of chamois skin, securely lapped, pinned and buttoned. Some dainty ones are made of embroidered linen, lined with chamois to make them secure. Other patterns of safe ty pockets -have bands Erouml the waist, while the pocket is attached with a band to the belt. Embroidery Hints. If you want to get the best results in embroidering initials, do not use a twisted cotton, but one that is soft and mercerized and will mat together so as to produce a smooth, even sur face. When Age Begins to Tell. Age begins to tell after 60. A woman must dress to meet it. There is absolutely no reason for a fgure to lose its straightness or its good lines. These deplorable condi -.ious are always due to indolence. Women of this age should never think of wearing any color except white, black, pastel blues, shades of violet and soft grays. Stiff linen is not for them or heavy cotton, but soft muslin in all its forms, embroidery of every' kind and lace. But age must never tamper with in ferior qualities of either lace or em broidery. Coloring Straw. Take a solution of hot water and tannin, allow half an ounce of tannin to one gallon of water and steep the straw in this solution for several hours. Alake another solution of hot water and glue, allowing an ounce of white glue to one gallon of water, and pass the straw through this, and dry it in the open air slowly. When dry, put through a weak aniline dye several times. Straw can also be colored by pass ing it through any thin, pale, spirit varnish while holding the desired color in the solution. Novel Auto Veils. Among the novelties in auto veils at prices not prohibitive is a cover ol chiffon cloth in shaded effects. The part covering the face is of a deep cream shading by degrees through light to dark in the chosen color. In the case of brown (always cool and refined looking) cream runs into bis cuit, then through the tans to deep brown. The greens and mauves are exceedingly attractive. The veils are a comfortable size and are neatly fin isbed with a deep hemstitching. Rose Perfume to Last for Years. Gather the roses with morning dew upon them. Place in a large bowl. Sprinkle over a handful of salt to each cup of rose leaves. Stand 24 hours. Press thoroughly all the liquid from leaves and dry. Put through a wire sieve. Then add the liquid a little at a time, till dried into the powdered leaves. Other perfumes can be add ed, but I prefer nothing but the clear rose powder—Exchange. THE W HITE STEAMER W HICH MADE A SUCCESSFUL PU3LIC DEMONSTRATION' OF KEROSENE AS FUEL ON THE RECENT 2G50-MILE GLIDDEN TOUP.. The most interesting announce ment ever made in connection with the automobile industry was un doubtedly that made a month or two ago to the effect that the new mode’s of the White Steam Cars could be run on kerosene, or coal oil, instead of gasoline. Everyone at once recog nized that the use of the new fuel would add materially to the advan tages which the White already pos sessed over other types of cars. There were some people, however, who were sceptical as tb whether or not the new fuel could be used with complete success, and, therefore, the makers of the White Car, the White Company, of Cleveland. Ohio, deter mined to make a public demonstra tion of tlie new fuel in the 1900 Gild deu Tour. From the standpoint of the public, no test more satisfactory could have been selected. First of all, the dis tance covered on the Glidden Tour, from Detroit to Denver and thence to 1 Kansas City, was 2G50 miles. This was certainly more than sufficient, to , bring out any weaknesses, if such had | existed. Still more important was the fact that the car was at ail times l while on the road under the supervi i sion of observers named by those who entered other contesting cars. Therefore, it would have been impos sible tor the driver of the White to ’ have even tightened a bolt without ' lhe fact being noted and a penalty in ] fiicted. At night the cars were guarded by Pinkerton detectives and ! could not be approached by any one. The complete success of (he new fuel while oil the 2G5l)-niiic public test and the advantages gained through its use were well described in the following dispatch which tho correspondent of the New York Sun sent to his paper at the conclusion of the tour: “A feature of the tour which was watched with special interest was that the White Steamer used kero sene, or 'coal oil.’ as fuel instead of gasoline. The new fuel worked sTcndidly throughout the 2650-mila journey, and all claims made in its behalf were fully proven. First of all, as regards cheapness, tho White driver secured kerosene all along tho route from G cents to 10 cents cheap er per gallon then was paid for gaso line. Secondly, the new fuel was handled without any precautions, an.i it was not unusual to sec kerosene being poured into the fuel tank while the crew of tho car and an interested, crowd stood by with lighted cigars and cigarettes. At the finish of tho tour, tho White was the only car per mitted by the authorities to enter Convention Hall, wberij the technical examination took place, without draining its fuel tank. Thirdly, tho now' fuel proved to be absolutely without smoke or smell. Fourthly, kerosene could be purchased at what ever part of the route wms most con venient, and not once during the trip through the ten States of the Jliddle West was there found a grocery store where kerosene was not readily and ; cheaply obtainable. Finally, the amount of fuel used on the trip showed that kerosene is at least fifteen per cent, more efficient, gallon for gallon, than gasoline. The ear in other respects made a most creditable showing, and there was tho usual riv alry among the observers to be as signed to the White 60 that they could ride with the maximum of com fort. The only adjustments or re pairs charged against the car during the long trip were tightening n lubri cator pipe and wiring a damaged mud guard. These penalties were not in fiicted until mere than 3000 miles had been completed with an absolute-’ ly perfect score.” A particularly interesting feature of the new White Steamer is that either kerosene or gasoline may be used as fuel. The necessary adjust ments so that the fuel may be changed from kerosene to gasoline, or vice versa, may bo made in a couple of minutes; but so completely successful has kerosene proved to be, that, it is not believed that any purchasers will care to use gasoline. The AVh'te Company report that, the demand for their new steam cars —both the ?2000-model and the S-iOOO-model—exceed their most san guine expectations. It is evident that the combination of steam—the pow er which everyone, understands and has confidence in —with kerosene— the fuel which everyone has on hand and can handle without any danger —is thoroughly appreciated by up-to-date purchasers of automo biles. “Sunshine” Grahams are the most delicious ever created. There are no others that compare with them.' We make them in the “Sunshine” bakeries— the finest bakeries the world knows — from the best whole wheat graham flour. The baking rooms in this model bakery are cn the top floor. The ovens are of white tile. Sun shine and pure air surround the whole place. Each “Sunshine” package is thrice sealed, so all the goodness is retained. On each end is the “Sunshine” Seal, so you can easily tell you have ^ the genuine. Ask your grocer for “Sunshine” Grahams—he has them in 10c sealed packages. Try them once and you will never be content with any others. * SPOILED. Biggs—Waiter, this steak is too tough to cut. Take it back. Waiter—Sorry, sir, but I can't; you've bent it. PATIENT SUFFERING. Many Women Think They Are Doomed to Backache. It is not right for women to be al ways ailing with backache, urinary ills, headache and oth er symptoms of kid ney disease. There is a way to end these troubles quickiy. Mrs. John H. Wright, 60G East First St.. Mitch ell, S. D„ says: “] * suffered ten years with kidney complaint and a doctor told me I would never j get more than temporary relief. A j dragging pain and lameness in my j back almost disabled me. Dizzy spells come and went and the kidney secretions were irregular. Doan's Kidney Pills rid me of these troubles and I feel better than for years past.” Sold by all dealers. 50c. a bos. Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo, N. Y. The best treasure among men ie a 1 frugal tongue—Hesiod. IF YOUR CHILD NEEDS A TONIC —if your little boy or girl is deli cate and sickly—go to the nearest druggist and get a bottle of Dr. D. Jayne’s Tonic Vermifuge This splendid tonic has been successful for four genera» tions in making sickly children strong and healthy, and effec tively expelling worms. It is likewise a natural tonic for adults,and restores lasting health and strength to “run-down'* systems by toning up the stom ach and other digestive organs. Sold by Jill Druggists— 2 sizes, SOc. and 35c. Dr. D. Jayne's Expectorant is the most reliable remedy for Coughs, Colds, Croup, Whooping Cough, Bronchitis and Pleurisy. VV. N. U., OMAHA, NO. 37-T9C3. ^"shingles" ^ ean’t be beat for roofing. Prc 1 pared roofing reepiires ffeqnent | dressing and when it does spring a leak, it's all gone. Good 1 shingles need no attention after [ they are laid. This mark shows I i the quality. Remember the name. ( DAY L’MIIR CO. RED OKI) A It j SHINGLES. 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