Jasper County Democrat, Volume 14, Number 6, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 26 April 1911 — Page 2

m am mitt out M.IMMCUIIIOHIBPIMH. OFFICIAL DEMOCRATIC PAPER OF JASPER COUNTY. _ Entered as Second Class Matter June S, 1908. at the post office at Rensselaer, Indiana, under the Act of March 3, 1879. Published Wednesday and Saturday. Wednesday Issue 4 Pages; Saturday Issue 8 Pages. Long Distance Telephones Office 315. - Residence 311. Advertising rates made known on application. WEDNESDAY, APR. 26, 1911.

LOOK OUT FOR DODDER!

Besd Imported From Chile Badly Mixed With Harmful Weed Product The United States department of agriculture announces that since July 1, 1910, twenty-three lots of clover seed of probable Chilean origin aggregating 370,000 pounds have been Imported Into the United States. In all of these shipments two kinds of dodder seed characteristic of Chilean red clover seed are present At a normal rate of seeding these shipments are sufficient to seed approximately 46,000 acres, and at this rate of seeding an average of approximately 450 dodder seeds would be sown on each square rod. The sowing of this Chilean seed means that the clover crop on a considerable proportion of the area on which It is seeded will be destroyed by dodder, and farmers should be on their guard against purchasing this seed. Unfortunately most of these Importations have gone Into the southern part of the clover producing region where this dodder will undoubtedly prove disastrous. Tb's Chilean clover seed Is itself especially fine looking seed, being dark colored and approximately 50 per cent larger in size than ordinary red clover seed produced in the United States. It will therefore doubtless receive a ready sale on account of its fine appearance.

TO HANG A DOUBLE GATE.

Directions For Making So It Will Swing True and Latch Properly.

There are many farmers who prefer to use a double gate, and yet there are comparatively few who are successful in hanging these double gates so that they swing true or latch properly, says the Kansas Farmer. The drawing herewith Indicates a method by which thus may be accomplished with very little trouble and absolutely accurate results.

Build the gate all in one structure and nail the crosspieces in place in the middle. Prop the gate into position between the two posts and attach the hinges to both ends. Be sure that the hinges are large enough and strong enough to support the gate when In use. It is better to have them too large than too small. After the gate has been attached to the hinges at both ends saw it In two, as shown In the drawing, and the work is done. It may be desirable to place the middle crosspieces which will be the ends of the half gates a little distance

DOUBLE FARM GATE. [From Kansas Farmer.]

apart and saw out the boards between in order that they may not bind In case of wet weather. This will simply require two sawings instead of one. If diagonals are necessary they may be attached either before or after the gate is sawed, but they should always be put on in the manner shown in the lower drawing. Have the upper end of the diagonal attached near the upper hinge, as this is the only way it can be put on to absolutely prevent sagging. If the diagonal is reversed and the upper end placed at the other end of the gate it encourages sagging by its faulty construction as well as by its added weight " A neat farm gate of whatever type adds materially to the appearance and value of the farm borne.

To be obliged to make a poor farm pay is good training, for when you get a better one you know the trick.

Marian Was Grateful.

“Marian.” “Yes, mamma.” “See what mamma has bought for her little girl!” “White shoes—pretty white shoes! Mamma, when I get to be a mother I certainly tfill buy you some white shoes.” 7 * Not Literary, but Practical. “He has the six best cellars.” “Six best sellers?” “Yes.” “What of that?” “Nothing, only his wife Is a regular cyclone at times and he likes convenient places of refuge,”

PLANT A TREE.

Dedicated to the School Children of America. ‘ By SAMUEL PARKER. IS he a benefactor who By ekitl or craft caueed one blade more Of griss to grow where only grew t A single blade all time before? A more then benefactor ho— His name with saints' should be arrayed—v Who generously plants a tree For future service, shelter, shade. IN native groves how sad to see The woodman’s tirelsss ax at play; Tha slow growth of a century Destroyed within a single day. Quickly restore the wanton v-aste, Invite th» moisture, woo the breeze; The forest’s claim must ba replaced— Let everybody set out trees. LET age and youth in friendly strife Seek aach the other to excel, Till treeless plains assume new life. And homes where happy children dwell, Surrounded each by grove and lawn. Shall happier and brighter be. This gladsome day to hasten on— Let every pupil plant a tree. ADOWN the lane of future years. As verdant groves dot all the plain, And songs of birds salute our ears, The record, "He lived not in vain Who planted thus and planned that we Might shade and song so sweet enjoy." Such benefactor you may be If Arbor day you well employ.

LATE ARBOR DAY.

In Many State* Annual Tree Planting Should Be Earlier. It is well to defer gardens until the frost has left the ground and the days are tong, but tree planting time or Arbor day has been set altogether too late in many states. A tree that is uprooted after th .■ sap is well started and the leaves beginning to unfurl receives a nervous shock. It is likely, too, that the roots are wounded in transplanting and it has to begin life all over again in order to adjust itself to conditions. The rulings of habit are strong. Thus because we are accustomed to give presents at Christmas and to dye eggs at Easter schools and clubs decide that trees must be planted on Arbor day. if at all. In Illinois the first Arbor day was appointed at a season when it was supposed that it would be pleasant to be out of doors and every one could enjoy the budding foliage. In mid-April planting enthusiasm runs high, but for the welfare of trees it is rather late to do much transplanting. However, this fact should not discourage those who have laid plans, but another year matters may be arranged along other lines. At several recent meetings of forestry committees of the women’s clubs it was suggested that tree planting in school yards and parks be done at the proper season earlier In th 9 year named by experts rnd that It should be made known that Arbor day was a time appointed for ceremonies 'and programs bearing on the subject Trees may therefore be se‘ in the school yards at any time, and the sooner the better. Leafing is on the way. If shrubs are to be transplanted one should not delay, but get to work at once and set rosebushes, lilacs, snowballs, privet and tree honeysuckle or any of tin native wild shrubs which will make good progress during the rains of April and May.

Hints on Tree Planting.

The best shade trees are compact and symmetrical. Never select a tree which has a bad odor. Root spreading trees should be avoided.

AN ARBOR DAY TREE.

«T~\EAR little tree that we plant U' today. What will you be when we’re old and gray?” “The savings bank of the squirrel and mouse. For robin and wren an apartment house. The dressing room of the butterfly's ball. The locust’s and katydid’s concert hall. The schoolboy’s ladder in pleasant June, The schoolgirl’s tent in the July moon. And my leaves shall whisper them merrily ■ A tale of the children who planted me.” —Youth’s Companion.

THE TREE PLANTER.

' Give fools their gold and knaves their power; ! , Let fortune’s bubbles rise and fall; ! Who sows a field or trains a flower Or plants a tree Is more than all. . ~ —John Greenleaf Whittier.

School Children Planting A Tree on Arbor Day

HOW TREES BEAUTIFY STREETS

WHEN trees are budding ana the brown twigs are decorated with clusters of dainty blossoms and tender green leaves unfurl as if by. magic a word* from the'wise will stir popular attention. and all will rejoice in the beauty of the tree and begin to sing of its virtues. This is the reason that Arbor day was appointed for the spring at an hour when Nature pats on her most charming attire. Scientific tree planters reckon that trees are in condition to transplant at any time after the fall of the leaves, and either late autumn or early spring, before the opening of the bads, is the chosen season. It will be seen accordingly that the Arbor day festival date had to consider many things., not only the question of the good of the tree, but a time of the month when Nature would appeal to human planters. Following the happy occasion of Arbor day. suburban homemakers and city Improvement dubs far and wide will begin to plant trees. Many of our most Important public works were the fruits of enthusiasm and somewhat Impractical beginnings. The main thing is to begin work and to do something. Shade trees add so -much to the attractiveness of a locality that their planting is a mark of business sense to property owners. It is probable that after Arbor day resolutions will be passed at more than one meeting and a committee be ordered to bay trees for planting. What shall they buy? What is best for city purposes? What is the experience of other cities? Questions like these are sure to be asked, and an authority should be consulted I before ordering cheap trees and getJ ting the work over without serious de- ! liberations as to the future and success of the tree. Most street trees die for lack of proper soil; many cannot endure the smoke, which clogs the pores of the leaves, and the poisonous gases in the Atmosphere; others suffer from cramped roots under the pavements where the air does not penetrate, others from too much water, and still others from being wounded by horses, hacked by careless hands and general mistreatment. Neglected trees, like, neglected children. show the signs of their misfortunes; hence the improvement society turning over a new leaf on Arbor day should look down its streets with these facts in mintL A vigorous tree will be beautiful, a sickly tree may be returned to health, but a sorrow -fully degenerate tree should be uprooted. , Street trees should possess quaffjtSes of endurance - that is. they -Should have the ability tp rqgfe -unfavorable city life as it ex% soil beat, extremes of water, smoke, gases and dust They should have strength to resist winds, sleet, snow and pressure on the trunk and pruning and various injuries, with the ability to stand transplanting and to be easily propa<eated. The street tree must be selected

from among those that are comparatively Immune from Insect attacks and fungi. Certain trees, like human beings. pick up disease from the air, and i there are other hardy folk who stand 1 the test. Thus the oak and ailanthos ■enjoy splendid health and the horse chestnut and linden suffer severely. A good form with upright habit Is to be preferred. A drooping tree or one that heads too low gets in the way of traffic and keeps the soil continually shaded. If it is too broad it interferes with walks and windows, and if too large sunlight and air are shut off from houses and street. Trees that retain their foliage all summer, small leaved trees that let the sunshine through and those that do not leaf too early and get nipped for their venturesome habits are among the first listed. Then they should not have the badhabit of sprouting at the roots, nor shedding bark, twigs or leaves, nor have thorns nor tempting fruit or flowers to attract the climbing small boy. A long lived shade tree that

lives more than one generation is the wisest investment, as short lived trees must be replanted and require more care and expense. Discussing the merits of various trees, the oak is by far the best shade tree for cities. The white oak is objectionable because it Is of very slow growth and retains its leaves during winter. The sycamore comes second as a shade producer and reliable city tree. It Is widely grown in the cities of India, Persia and Europe. In London it bears the reputation of being the only tree that will thrive in the dust and smoke of so large a city. It Is becom ing popular in the United States. Norway maple, ginkgo, ash. hackberry. sweet gum. elm, silver maple, horse chestnut, honey locust, sugar maple. linden and tulip trees are recommended. their importance and value following the order named.

Dr. Holmes on Trees.

I shall speak of trees as we see them, love them, adore them in the Gelds where they are alive, holding green sunshades over our heads, talking to us with their hundred thousand whispering tongues, looking down on us with that sweet meekness which belongs to huge but limited organisms —which one sees most In the patient posture, the outstretched arms and the heavy drooping robes of these vast beings, endowed with life, but not with soul; which outgrow us and outlive us. but stand helpless, poor things, while nature dresses and undresses them.— Oliver Wendell Holmes.

City Has 11.223 Trees.

According to a eepsus Just completed by the New York commissioner of the department of parks there are 11,223jrees in that city, ontside of those in the different parks, from the Battery to One Hundred and Eighty-second street The commissioner made this census to enable him to estimate what funds are.needed for the care of the 'tifced. The allowance is $25,000 yeafiy

THE PLANTING OF A TREE.

By MARION COUTHOUT SMITH. WOULDST thou upbuild a home where sweet wild lives are nested, Glad with the sound of song, quick with the flash of wings; ». . Where the soft broods may rock, warm housed and unmolested, Deep in the leafy nooks, through all the changeful springs! OR wouldst thou rear an arch of noblest grace and splendor. Lifted in air and light, shaped by the sun and storm, Moved by the wandering wing, swayed by each influence tender, Yet by the hand of life molded to steadfast form? WOULDST thou make ddy fair and night more rich and holy, Winter more keenly bright and summer's self more dear— Grant the sweet earth a gift, deep rooted, ripening slowly, Add to the sum of joys that bless the rounded year? GO, then, and plant a tree, lovely in sun and shadow, - Gracious in every kind—maple and oak and pine. Peace of the forest glade, wealth r* the fruitful meadow, Blessings of dew and shade, hereafter shall be thinel FOR though thou never see the joy thy hand hath granted, Those who shall follow thee thy generous boon may share, Thou shalt be Nature’s child, who her best frqjt hath planted, And each of many a spring shall find thy gift more fair.j*

FAMILY ARBOR DAY.

Parents and Children Can Do Much to Protect Trees.

Arbor day celebration need not be confined to clnbs and to schools; it may be made a valuable ceremony among family festivities. It is quite as valuable to learn how to care for trees growing in the yard as to plant new ones. Arbor day is the occasion to drive home observations against tying the clothesline to young saplings, swinging the hammock between trees and injuring the bark, permitting horses to bark trees before the bouse or the cook to empty the salt water from the ice cream freezer at the roots of the single oak or elm near the back door. Electric wires do much damage, and then there are the live pests, caterpillars and scales, which may be routed If taken in time.

A sickly looking tree may need a fertilizer or the earth spaded about its roots. In a district where there are no trees a program of tree songs and poems and a trip to one of the parks would revive the spirit of the day. Of course the planting of new trees is not to be discouraged, and it is hoped that many nurserymen have been consulted in advance of Arbor day.

Planting For Posterity.

There is something nobly simple and pure in a taste for the cultivation of forest trees. It argues, I think, a sweet and generous nature to have this strong relish for the beauties of vegetation and this friendship for the hardv and glorious sons of the forest. Then? is a grandeur of thought connected with this part of rural economy. He who plants an oak looks forward to future ages and plants for posterity. Nothing can be less selGsh than this.— Irving.

Good Scotch Advice.

Jock, when ye hae naething else to do ye may be sticking in a tree; it will be growing, Jock, when ye’re sleeping. —Highland Laird of Scotland.

SUPPOSE THERE WERE ONLY ONE TREE ON EARTH.

IF there were only one tree in all the world, what would be its commercial value, not to speak of its aesthetic worth? The millions of Rockefeller and Carnegie added to the billions in the Bank of England could not buy that tree. Suppose you owned it What would you do with it? Would you build a high wall around it, so high as to shut off outside view even of the topmost leafage, and charge tourists, who, of course, would come from all parts of the world in Gocks and droves and herds, SIOO a peep? Would you gathep the annual crop of leaves and sell them at $25 a leaf? Would you yank off the shedding bark and sell bark souvenirs of the only tree at $lO a square inch? Would you charge SSOO for the privilege of climbing your tree? Or would you cultivate a magniGcent lawn around the only tree, put plenty of benches undents shade and invite the people of the world to come and sit and have a shade with you? This is Just a (hypothetical question in the case of brotherhood versus selGshness. How will you answer it? If you answer it unselGshly then go and plant another tree on Arbor day.

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Found—A gold bracelet near the James Randle property last Friday night. Owner can have same by calling at The Democrat office, and paying for this ad.

For Sale—-A good work 'horse in best of condition. One year’s time on good security.—ED OLIVER, Newland, Indiana. ts

Wanted—Man past 30 with horse and buggy to sell stock condition powder in Jasper county. Salary S7O per month. * Address 301 UNITY BLDG., Indianapolis, Ind.

For Sale—l pure bred. Duroc-Jer-sey fall male pig; 1 yearling Duroc boar, eligible to registry; 1 pair 4-yr.-old black mules—GlJS YEOMAN, five miles west of Rensselaer. R. 3.

For Sale-Bakery and restaurant at Williamsport, county seat of Warren county. Good stand, low rent. See J. J. WEAST, Rensselaer, Indiana, ts

For Rent—2 good 8 room houses, one on opposite side of square from court house, and one within 2 blocks from court house. Good barn with latter house. Enquire of C. H. PORTER, or Phone 130.

For Sale or Rent —Five room house, Austin & Paxton’s addition, Rensselaer. Telephone or write—T. M. CALLAHAN, Newland, Ind.

White Wyandotte Eggs For Sale —Won every first at Rensselaer. Eggs $1 per 15; *5 per hundred.—AßTHUß MATHEW, Rensselaer, Ind., Mt. Ayr phone 29-H. ts

For Rent—Good 6-room house, city water, three good lots, fruit; all in good shape.—C. W. DUVALL.

Eggs— From prize-winning Barred Rocks, yard headed by my Ist and 2d prize cockerels at the big Logansport Fanciers’ show in large competition, 30 years a reliable breeder, satisfaetion guaranteed. Write for circular.—D. A. BICKEL, Remington, Ind., Phone 11-K.

Indian Runner Duck Eggs For Sale — Won 16 ribbons at two shows, Have 60 laying ducks. Booking orders now for spring delivery. Eggs 31 per 15; $6 per hundred—MATHEW BROS., Rensselaer, Ind., Mt. Ayr phone 29-H. ts

Farm Loans—Jasper Guy of Remington makes farm loans at 5 per cent interest with no commission but office charges. Write him. ts

S. C. Brown Leghorn Eggs—For setting, 50c per 15; $3 per 100. also White Guinea eggs, 50c for 17. —MRS. W. H. WORTLEY, Rensselaer, Ind., R-4. ts

Farms For Sale—l have a number o f farms for sale in different parts of this county and adjoining counties, and I have made up my mind to devote my time to the business. Therefore if you have any farms or town property to sell or trade give me a chance and I will give you a square deal. —JOHN O’CONNOR, Ex-sheriff Jasper county, Kniman, Ind.

Farm Loans—We are furnishing the money.—DUNLAP & PARKISON, I. O. O. F. Bldg, Rensselaer, Ind.

For Sale—My property at Aix, Ind_, consisting of store room and dwelling house, cheap, or will rent same. Address JAMES WISEMAN. Rensselaer, R-2. ts

Farm Loans—Money to loan on farm property in any sums up to SIO,OOO. —E. P. HONAN.

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Fpr Sale—A Soda Fountain in good condition. Easy payments or discount for cash. Enquire at THE DEMOCRAT office. i i —■ ; 100 Envelopes—Printed with your return card in corner—something every rural mail route patron should nob be without—for 50 cents at The Democrat office. ,