Rising Sun Times, Volume 3, Number 132, Rising Sun, Ohio County, 21 May 1836 — Page 4

THE FARMER.

TOW N ACJHlcrLTriSAI. SOCIETIES. Mr. Tii h.ER lIn the last number of the Monthly Farmer, you request (lie opinions of your subscribers on various sulyjectsconnected withagriculture. On none of tlie topics mentioned, however, do I propose at the time to make ;ny remarks, but simply to ofil-r a lew suggestions relative to ll.e hct mode of dilhVmg agricultural information, by creating a svstem of combined etloit anions ail classes of firmer through our com. try. The tart that but few ol llic ureal massof the American farmers, ris at present organized, derive little or no knowledge from the experience ol tl.oir bielhion reeds 1.0 argument in it suppoit. Tl.i- i!;en being the case, what is to be done to remedy the evil? County aiiiiculiuriil societies beneht unquestionably those who have enterprise to connect themselves with such associations; bet t'.iese are in general men who need thekat instruction in their business, and the knowledge of this serves to keep in the back gtound, men whose means and opportunities are such as will not permit them to compete successfully nmoni this bod) of fu:i,ci, comprising as it does our wealthiest and largest agriculturalists. Jjcsides, llieie is (whetlu r true or false) aa impresson !:i the community that Mitercjt stands a better chance ot being lewarded than na t it. This feeling of jealousy arises from the iiieo.uality ol representation, peilnps more than Irom any or all other causes put together. Now then if a system can be adopted that will secure all the benefits derived fioin the piescnt mode, obviate its evils, and extend the operations of the combined agricultural community to e ery farmhouse in the Union,lhat point will have been reached bevond which progressive improvements in organization must cease. But who can predict at what period from such a system know lede will cease to be disseminated or discoveriesterminate. The plan which I would propose, to secure all the benefits that agricultural societies are capable of conferring, is to establish Town Societies in evcrv town in the stale, auxiliary to countv associalions, (which are to be organized by an equal representation from all of the town societies in the county.) and these again to be connected with, and to be the body Politic which shall create a ??tate Agricultural Society to be compo sed of delegates liom the county asso ciations. The establishment of Town Agricultural Societies i;u'!it bo made compulsory upon (lie several towns in the state by an act of the Legislature, with a general law of incorporation, delining their powers and duties, and if the towns were obliged to raise a certain sum yearly, to bo applied under the direction of the societies thus incorporated, for the mutual benefit of its members, in the shope of premiums, it would serve to stimulate ail who wete obliged to contribute to its finds in tlieir indeavois to participate in its distribution. The town societies should be obliged lo report their operations annually to the county associations, and these to the st ate society ought to mike an annual report to the Legislature, who shonli adont some, measures for the compilation of all u ful information, w ith a view to its preservatioiyind dissemination. It is not (o he expected that in the limits of a letter the reasons and arguments that mi-ht be adduced in support of Legislative enactment" for the benefit of the. greater poition of the people, of this country, and upon whose prosperity all others in a great measure dtpend,ran be 'numerated or touched upon but slightly, nod I shall not at this lime attempt i;, believing as 1 do that there are a great many person whose information rcndeis them so much belter qualified to arrange, and present them to (lie public than myself. If in your opinion this communication contains a: y hints that will direct the. attention nf practical farmers to the subject, and seve to draw out their opinions in support of this or some be t ter plan lor united action, you will very urn h oblige a subx i!er by its insertion in your paper. (inrrc Farmer. Called Tiwtiliip in the vcflc rn ronntrj . tin: i:om:v Mr. TVi kmi I am in this number lo show how live sw arm out of six may he drawn, when thrv are in the act of swarming, dinctly into the hive made ready for their reception. To effect this, every thing must be prepaied beforehand; the hive well cleansed if it happers to be an old one the better way u (o burn it out with straw. I he time that bees swarm is for the most part in this section of the country, in the latter part of My and the fore part of June, though I have known and saw myself on the fourth tiny of July of the last )ear, two swarms come out and declare themselves independent of the

mother hives, and formed themselves into new kingdoms, and although it was late in the season, yet they did well, and collected a sufficient quantity of honey to keep themselves through the w inter. As I have mentioned heretofore, the hive must be turned up and brushed out every day especially the forepart of the season, but as the time forswarmig draws oigh, this cannot be done on account of the increase and the crowding numbers of young bees, which till the hive to overflowing. Indetd, when the hive is thus full the bees cleanse (he hive themselves, and drive the worms out. It becomes necessary, in this stage of their existence, to watch their movements, as they become very restive just before swarming, and are often seen issuing forth from the hive in great numbers, and running up and down on the outside of the hive, and seem to be impatient for the lime to arrive, when ihe young Queen shall give the signal for their exodus from the mother kingdom. When this signal is given, the whole of the young swarm rush forth with great impetuosity, many of them falling to the ground, some of which vev er rise again, owing to their being too young, or some defect in the wings, which have not before been tried and fuoved. And here again it is necessary to watch the swarm which is coming out, lest their young queen should be among those that fall to the ground, and not be able to rise again. When this is the case she will be seen run

ning on the ground, and generally with a number of bees directly in her trail, following hard after. She must in that case be taken up in the hand carefully, and carried lo the hive prepared lor the leceptionofanew swarm, and placed where she may run into the hive. It will be seen that the whole swarm will soon gather to the hive, and enter in liter their queen with apparent demonstrations of great joy. As this seldom happens, we will not dwell any longer upon it, but pass to fulhi the case prom ised. The hive being well cleansed, let it he placed four or six rods in front of the bee-house, on an old table or a form, or a board laid upon blocks, so as to elevate it a little from the earth leaving one side of the hive raised an inch from the stand. In the morning, when you are confident the bees will swarm in the course of the day, take a small hunch of bee-balm and dip it in a bowl of salt and water, and rub your hive thoroughly, inside, and out, until your balm is quite worn to pieces, and leave the hiv e or. the stand ; let it be the business of your family to have an eye to the bees as often as they can, and the mo ment they are seen beginning to swarm, let some person go quickly with another small bunch of balm, and rub it to bits on the outside of the hive, and leave it for the bees as soon as possible, for they will be gathering around the hive heforc you finish rubbing it, they will light upon the hive and take possession thereof. But should it so happen, (as it does sometimes,) that they manifest an unwillingness to enter the hive, then they may he gently scraped down on lo the stand wiih a stick,and this be re ! pealed until they will enter the hive. It will at once be seen that this mode of hiving bees saves much trouble, and often much difficulty, and sometimes not a little fear, as it is known to every one that this small insect carries a deadV weapon. The last season I kept through the winter two hives of bees only ; they sent forth three swarms each. everyone of which were drawn direct i into ttie new hive in tne manner a)ove described. Genesee Farmer. use or TOHACCO. There is nothing better than a decoc tion of tobacco for desroying insects that infest either animals or plants. We have frequently, with safety and success, dinned voune Iambs in it, for the purpose of dosrnvinir ticks: but when applied to animals, care should be ta ken that it he not made so strong as lo injure the animals, especially young ones: when (rivii infernally, any tie gree of strength is always dangerous 7 - - - - " j; on plants it cannot be made too strong In support of this theory, we give the following cases: Mr. V. llenick, of Pickaway county, applied a strong de cor lion of tobacco lo a young and valu able calf, with the intention of killing some lice with which the calf was in fested. On making the application the calf was immediately naralized and was with difficulty recovered; the insects were, however, destroyed, and the calf eventually benefitted. Last fall a distinguished Kentucky cattle breeder, Mr. G. N. Sanders, attended the hair of the Hamilton County Agri cultural Society, with a choice lot of nlooded cattle; after the fair he turn ed them into an orhard in which the ground was covered with fallen apples they having been kept in a lot without

food for the principal part of a day,

ery naturally gorged themselves with the fruit, and in consequence were eized with a violent cholic; in this diemma, being advised by a physician to administer a strong decoction of tobacco to a full blooded short-horn cow: he look the advice, and did administer the decoction as strong as it could be made, both into the stomach and by inection: the result was, the cow expired in a few minutes. Farm. .Mechanic. A TRl'K STORY. There lived some years ago, in a town in Connecticut, a man in the habit of tiiking without liberty" his neighbors Moperty. I he clergyman ol the tow n uspecting him of making too free with his hay, had one night concealed him11 with his dark lantern. The thief ppeaied, tied up a large bundie, and el L the premises; when the Rev. owner instead of baw ling out, 4You scoundrel ou ! what do you mean by stealing my hay, , disengaged the candle from the intern and dexterously applied it lo the combustible load. The bundle was soon in a blaze, and the unlucky fellow suspecting that he was pursued by some person with a ight, laid his feet to the gronnd with uncommon agility. But it was in vain to escape the pursuing fire. But in creasing in brightness as he ran seemd to his terrified imagination to come nearer till venturing to look around to discover the extent of his danger, he perceived to his astonishment, that the tolen hay was on lire. How it came o puzzled him not a little. But so concious guilt assisted natural credulity ie settled down upon the conclusion lhat the tire was sent from heaven to idmonish him of his transgression. Mill of this alarming notion he gave limself no rest until he had gone to the parson, and made confession of his crime and related the supposed extraordinary and terrible warning from icaven. Ihe Kev. gentleman humor ed his credulity under the idea that it might reform his life. He was not mistaken; for the blazing hay had made so deep an impression on the fellow's mind that Irom henceforth he forsook )is evil course, became a valuable mem ber of society, and was united to the Hack of the iudicious clergyman who bud aided so materially in his reforma tion. He finally died an honest man in ihe firm belief of interposition of providence in setting fire to the stolen hay. I he parson kept Ihe secret till the poor man was laid in the dust, but then even the clerical tongue could no longer resist the desire of communicating so se rious an incident. Berkshire Amcr. SCIENTIFIC HINTS. Ice is the natural state of water; it is only by the addition of calorick (heat) that it becomes fluid. I he reason why water in freezing hursts the closed ves sel in which it is contained, or rises in the form cf a bulb in an open one is be cause ice is more poreous than water ind therefore occupies more room. A single square inch of water, while freez ing expands with a force equal to thirteen tons. The poreou9 nature of ice accounts for its swimming on the sur face of water. Were it not for this beautiful exception to the common law of nature, by which all bodies contract on the application ol cold, successive layers of ice would be lormed, and sink to the bottom till the whole fluid mass would become one solid body of ice by which all evaporation would be prevented, and vegetables deprived of their nourishment would wither and decay; animals perish from thirst and cold; and this single change in the laws of nature would be sufficient to destroy al living substances. Portland Com: THE OFFsrUlMi OF MERCY. A GERMAN PARABLE. When the Almighty was about to create man, hesummoned before him the angels of his attributes, the watchers of his dominion. They stood in council round his hidden throne. Create him not, said ihe angel of Justice, he will not be equitable to his brethren, he will oppress the weak. Create him not, said the angel of Peace, he will manure the soil with human blood the fust born of the race will be the slayer cf his brother. Create him not, said the angel of Truth, he will defile thy sanctuary with falsehood, although thou should stamp on his countenance thine wn image, the seal of confidence. So spoke the angels of the attributes of Jehovah; when Mercy, the youngest and dearest child of the Eternal arose, and clasping his knees, Create him, Father, said she, in thy likeliness, the darling of thy lovingkindncss, when nil thy messengers forsake him, I will seek and support him, and turn his faults to good, because he is weak. 1 will incline his bowels to compassion, ana ins soul to atonement. W hen he

departs from peace, from truth, from

justice, the consequencesof his wander ings shall deter him, repenting them, and shall gently lead him to amendment. The Father of all gave ear, and created a weak faultering being, but in his faults, the pupil of Mercy, the son of ever active and ameliorating love. Kemember thine origin, then, O Man' when thou art hard and unkind to thy brother, Mercy alone willed thee to be; love and pity suckled thee at their bosoms. The easternmost Yankees have hit on a new cheat, and one that ought to be looked to at once, for it is likely to be more dangerous than the fabrication of false flints and wooden turnip seed. It is actually stated that in Maine they have actually commenced the manufacture of cast iron gun-barrels; and a person was recently verymuch injured by the bursting of one of those attrocious counterfeits. We expect to hear next that they cast these muskets ready loaded. Three Wishes Grvtified.- In order to ascertain the idea a sailor had of happiness, and the compass of his wants, he was informed that every thing that he could wish for in Ihree times, should be given him. "Why, then," cried Jack, "let me have all the rum in ihe world."' What next? "Why let me have all the tobacco in the world." And what else! "Why you may give me a little more rum!", An Irishman going to be hanged, begged that the rope might be tied under his arms, instead of around his throat, 'for,' said Pat, 'I am so remarkably ticklish in ihe throat, that if tied there, I'll certainly kill myself with laughin.' To (he Friend ol'EUmatiou. rHUIE Indiana Teachers' Seminary which was established in Jefferson county, near Madison, has recently been transferred to Rising Sun, and w ill be open for the reception of pupils the 2d Monday in April. The primary object of this institu tion is to prepare young gentleman for teaching school, by furnishing them with an accurate and thorough literary and scientific education, and instruct ing them in the best method of teaching and preserving discipline. Facilities for instruction in every branch usually (aught in the best Academies will also be furnished. Young gentle men will be prepared for any class in college, for mercantile and other pur suits, and for professonal studies. The Rev. Win. Twining, a graduate of Yale College, (a genleman highly re commended.) has been appointed Professor of Mathematics and Natural Science, and is expected to be present at Ihe opening of the sohool. Mr. 1 . will he assisted by competent Tutors until permanent Professors are secured. At tached to the institution is a Philosophical Apparatus, and a choice Library of about 500 volumes. As soon as practicable a manual labor department will be prepared for the benefit of the pupils. Rising Sun is a pleasant and healthful village, on the Ohio river, 35 miles be'ow Cincinnati, and 1 10 above Louisville. Its location is peculiarly favorable for a literary institution, and we trust will be appreciated by the public. Particular attention will he paid to the manners and the morals of the pupils. Board may be obtained in respectable families on reasonable terms. B. JAMES, M. H. WILDER, AV. LAN I US, W. LEWIS, Committee of the Board of Trustees. Rising Sun, March 19, 1836. Oir'Mr. Twining has arrived, and the Seminary has been opened, and is now under his charge. April 30, 183G. P. & II. Jnmc$9 HAVE just received a fresh supply of new and fashionable Goods comprising in part a splendid assortment of Fancy Calicoes, especially selected for the Fall season, which, in addition to their former slock, comprises almost every article used in our country, either by the Farmer or Mechanic, which they will sell low for cash, or approved produce. COTTON YARN, BATTING, AXD CAXDLE IVICK, Will always he found in their establishment, for sale either by wholesale or retail. They have also a large lot of Kanaivha Salt, of the first quality, which they will sell at 37 t-2 cents per hushel. Rising Sun, Sept. 6, 2 1 835.

Law oticc. Hugh B. Egglcston $ D. Kelso, HAVE associated themselves in the practice of the Law, in the Circuit Courts of Dearborn, Switzerland and Ripley. Mr. Eggleslon resides in Madison, and will attend said Courts during term time; and Mr. Kelso resides in New York, Switzerland county, where he may be found at all limes, when not absent on business.

Bnsiness confided to them will meet the joint attention of both. April 2, 1836. lylll03 JLmv Notice. Jos. G. Marshall &. Asaph Buck, AVE associated themselves in the practice of law, in the counties of Dearborn and Switzerland, in the circuit courts of said counties. Mr. Marshall resides in Madison and Mr. Buck keeps his office at Rising Sun, where he may be found. Business confided to them, will receive the joint attention of both. April 2, 1836. Caddie and Harness FACTORY. NELSON EASTMAN, Respectfully informs his friends and the public generally, that he has opened a shop in the house formerly occupied by Decoursey and Richardson, next door to his father's shop where he will manufacture and keep on hand, or make to order. Saddles, Bridles, Martin gales, Harness, Whips, Trunks, and all other articles in his line of busi ness. He has purchased the patent right for making Spring Saddles, a late invention, and a very great improvement both for horse and rider. Orders for any articles in his line will be thankfully received, and executed in a manner which he flatters himself will give entire satisfaction. He returns his thanks for past favors, and hopes by close attention to business and a determination lo do good work, to receive a continuance of the same. Rising Sun, March 1J, 133G-3m BOOT an a &IIOH JJiV'FFACTOHY. GEO. B. HALL respectfully informs his old friends and the public in general, that he has opened a shop in the frame building adjoining Craft Son's store, where he intends to keep on hand a good assortment of HOOTS AND SHOES, Manufactured from the best materials, and by good workmen, which will enable him to warrant ii is work of the best quality. He invites his friends and all others who may want articles in his line, to give him a call. Ladies Prunella Shoes alvvas hand. Messrs. Geering and Basself, having declined carrying on a shop, they will hereafter work for G. B. II. Rising Sun, Jan. 30, 183G. 16tf iVcw & Cheap Goods. PIATT 6c ATHSARN, TAKE pi easure in informing their numerous customers and the public, in general, that in addition to their former slock, they have lately received and opened, at their old stand, a large and elegant assortment of FALL &, WINTER GOODS, AMONG which may be found Cloths, Cassimeres, Cassinetts, Jtans, Satinctls, Circassians, Ginghams, Flannels, Festings, Silks, Gloves, Hosiery, llandkcrchhfs, CALICOES in great variety, and every other article in the Dry Goods line. A large supply of Root, Miovs ami itroguus. They have also on hand and intend to keep a large and good assortment of Groceries, Queensware, Cutlery, Hardware, Glass and Tin Ware Cotton Yarns, Saddlery, Castings of all kinds, Steel, Iron, Nails, Pow der,Shot, Lead, Hals, Caps, Drugs and Medicines, Paints, Oils, DyeStuffs, and in line every article usually kept in stores, making as good an assortment as can be found at any similar establishment in the country and they will sell cheap on their former terms. They invite the public to call and examine for themselves. James' Mill, Nov. 1835. y THE TIMES IS PUBLISHED EVERY SATURDAY, III Rising Sun, Dearborn co. Indiana TERMS. Two Dollars ju-r y'enr, if paid ia advance; Two Uolhtrsnnd Fifty Cents if paid in six months ; or, Three Dollars nt the expiration of the year. A failure to notify a discontinuance at the end of the time subscribed for, will be considered a new engagement. No papr discontinued until arrearages are paid, except at the option of tho Editor.