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The Farmers’ Index. All letteni Intended for the Editor «f thia De partment should be addressed, “Fabmirs' Index, Drawer M, Atlanta, Ga.” THE OPENING SPRING. PLANTING CORN. Spring weather will have commenced in earnest by the time this paper reaches the reader. A hard, cold winter does not imply a late, fitful spring, but on the contrary planting weather may arrive at an earlier period than it often does after a m<ld winter. It is well known that spells of weather sometimes occur in this climate, even in January, when corn would come up promptly. We are liable to be deceived by all the indications of approaching spring that are usually re lied on—the weatherwise to the contrary notwithstanding. How o'ten have the swelling buds and opening flowers been blasted by the breath of Winter return ed, or, as practically expressed, “Winter lingering in the lap of Soring. ” W e have several times been tempted, by the gen ial warmth and general indications of spring,to plant corn as earlyas from 14th to 20th of February. But we are quite sure that we never gained anything by such early planting. Seasons have occured when corn and other crops might have been safely planted even in January as well as February, but we happened never to have availed us of such occasions. The true rule is to plant when the time of year lias arrived which, by long ex perience and observation, has been found to give the best results. Os course, the soil must be in proper state of prepara tion and not too wet. Temperature of the air.and soil is of no moment. Indeed, it is more important that the weather shall be warm during the process of ad vanced germination than during plant ing ; and if it is cold weather when plant ing and continues for several days, it is more likely that the weather will be suitable for coming up. Under ordinary circumstanct s, corn seed planted in spring commences to come up in about two weeks. It is more important that the latter half of the time be favorable than that the several days preceding and following the planting be warm and ■drv. Most old farmers have learned by ex perience to adopt a particular day of the month on which to commence planting, whether it be warm or cold. In the lat itude of 32 deg. we found that from sth to 10th of March was the proper time to commence planting the main field crop, and for many years we adhered to it as a rule, regardless of temperature, some times breaking the frozen eat th to deposit the seed. BERMUDA GRASS. The farmers of Middle Georgia only a few years ago considered this grass as a great growing pest, and that it was des tined in a generation or two to take pos session of and ruin the country for cot ton planting. In fact many plantations where it had obtained a foot-hold were gradually reduced in cultivated area, and some .of them actually given up—aban doned to the supposed enemy. It was represented lobe absolutely ineradicable, and that a field once thoroughly set in Bermuda could never be cultivated again in corn or cotton. Some farmers still dread it as they do the— small pox, and could not be induced to encourage its extension. But the objection, of later years, is chiefly traditional, and confined mostly to those who have had no recent experience of its value and of the methods by which it may be managed to the best profit. Its value for grazing purposes has all the time been admitted, though not fully appreciated, except by a few. Twenty five years ago, if it had been possible to totally and forever blot it out from the list of existing grasses, such a verdict would have received nearly, if not quite, an unanimous vote from those who had seen or heard of Bermuda, its very tenacity of life and the impossibility of totally destroying it, which was then con sidered the great objection to its en couragement, must now be deemed a virtue—since by means of it we have had the grass preserved to this genera tion, and to be left to those to come who will be likely to appreciate it much more highly than we, and utilize it more ex tensively. According to the analysis by Dr. St. Julian Ravenel, of Charleston, South Carolina, Bermuda is nearly equal in value to timothy, which is considered one of the best cultivated grasses. Dr. W. L. Jcnes says: “For strictly summer grazing, no grass compares with the Ber muda. It combines every quality that can be desired; it will grow in any kind or quality of land, poor or rich (better of course on rich); is never killed out by •drought or by close grazing; bears the hoof without injury, and does not im poverish the soil; on the contrary, land set in it will steadily become more fertile. It is highly nutritious and much relished by stock of all kinds. It furnishes pas ture from May to November, and when on rich land and not close grazed in sum mer and fall, will furnish fair grazing through the early winter... .But for its being a pest in cultivated fields, Ber muda grass would be beyond value.” We could easily fill columns with ex tracts from intelligent farmers in Middle ■Georgia who have had experience with it and who are almost unanimous in es teeming it a most valuable grass. The question occurs—if Bermuda grass is so very valuable and so easily prop agated, why has it not been more exten sively utilized ami relied on as the found ation for a better and more profitable husbandry? The answer to this is the same that may be given to many similar -questions. Middle Georgia, the section in which Bermuda grass first took pos session and spread over the old fields, was for a long period, par excellence, the cototn and black belt of the State. The chief business of the farmer has been to grow cotton and corn and kill grass. It is ard to get out of the old ruts. Besides to properly utilize grass, we must keep more and better stock, especially sheep, and produce our own horses and mules. In fact without grass we cannot grow more stock, and without stock we eannot fully utilize the grass. The old saying, “more grass, more stock; more stock, more manure; more manure, more grass, is the best example of reasoning in a circle we have ever seen. It contains the germ idea that the true farmer will pros per, not so much by handling of money crops, as by the constant increase in the number and value of his stock, and the increased productiveness and constantly increasing value of his lands. THE CHRISTIAN INDEX AND SOUTH-WESTERN BAPTIST: THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 1881. March is considered about the most favorable time for setting a field in Ber muda grass. Those who are familiar with its habits need not to be informed how to set it. If desired to get a full stand as early as possible the pieces of roots should be dropped in shallow fur rows drawn three or four feet apart, and the same distance in the furrows, and » covered or trod upon with the f the field is fresh plowed the grass will take possession the first year and form a good sod the next. latent FERTILITY. All soils that are not absolutely and hopelessly sterile, contain, in addition to the soluble and available plantfood, a greater or less amount of food elements which on account of being in insoluble combination with other elements, are in accessible to the roots of growing crops. This unavailable portion may be called the latent fertility of the soil. It is a re markable fact that much the greater part of the food elements of the soil is in this insoluble form. The action of the ele ments, water, air, heat, together with the freezing to which the soil is subjected in winter, the action of these elements on each other, aided by cultivation and manure, all conspire to render a portion of this food soluble every day. And here is where we discover the great value of thorough plowing and frequent cultiva tion. Every process that breaks up or pulverizes the soil has a manurial effect in this view of the case. By plowing the land we not only enable the air and moisture to permeate it more thoroughly, but the position of the different particles of soil with reference to each other and to the surfuce is constantly changed, and thereby the chemical processes which are constantly going on are facilitated. It the farmers, instead of relying al most solely upon commercial fertilizers to supply the want of available plantfood in the soil, would study how to avail themselves of the immense quantity al ready in the soil, it would be better. In an acre of moderately fertile soil, taken to the depth of twelve inches, .the quan tity of phosphoric acid and potash available and unavailable—is as great as the amount of these elements contained in twenty-five tons of a high grade fer tilizer. ANTI-MONOPOLY. One of the features of the time is the spirit and growth of organized resistance to the overreaching power of monopolies in thiscountry-j-especially in the North. Recently a “National Anti-Monopoly League” was organized in New York for the protection of the rights of the citizen against the aggresion of corporations, by the enforcement of the principles of right and natural justice, as defined by the Supreme Court of the United States. This League proposes to secure among others, the following results : 1. Laws compelling transportation companies to base their charges upon “cost and risk of service” instead of the new theory enunciated by them —“what the traffic will bear.” 2. Laws to prevent pooling and com binations. 3. No discrimination againstanycitizen or class of citizens on public highways. 4. Railroad commissions or courts, State and National, to give effect to laws. , , ~. 5. Laws making it the duty of public law officers to defend a citizen’s rights against injustice by powerful corpora tions. 6. No taxing the public to pay divid ends on watered stock. 7. Stringent laws against bribery, in cluding a prohibition of free passes. The association proposes to organize State, County and District Leagues. To influence so far as possible, the nom ination, by existing political parties, of candidates who will support ithe princi ples of the League. THE STATE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY Owing to the prevalence of measles in the to nd of Bainbridge, the spring session of the State Agricultural Society was held in the beautiful and flourishing city of Thom asville. The attendauce was not as large as usual, owing to the lateness of the season, and the opening of the first propitious weath er for farm operations that week. Col. Thomas Hardeman, Jr., the Presi dent, was at his post, although suffering from rheumatism in the foot. Col. Robert G. Mitchell, the eloquent and excellent Solicitor-General of the circuit, welcomed the Convention in behalf of the citizens in an address, brief, beautiful and pertinent. Hon. R. J. Poweli, of Barnes ville, responded in behalf of the Society in a happy and pungent style. President Hardeman, in his opening ad-, dress—a sort of introductory sermon—suc cessfully combatted the idea that Georgia was growing poorer, bringing forward a mass of facts and figures, sustaining bis views, that electrified and enthused his audience. One source of President Hardeman's power is, that he uses figures drawn from the Bible —always beautiful and appropriate. The desire of delegates to get back to their farms induced the merging of a three days’ session into two days. Gen. W. M. Browne, Professor of Agricul ture in the University of Georgia, made a report full of valuable facts and suggestions. L F. Livingstone, of Newton, elaborately argued that the culture of the average up lands in Georgia could be made remunera- Dr. W. B. Jones, of Burke, delivered a strong address on “The Importance of Hu mus in Southern Soils.” Hon. B. F. Crayton, President of the South Carolina Agricultural Convention, advoca ted fencing stock instead of fencing crops. His address bristled with wit and fact, and made a fine impression. Col. 0. W- Mabry, of LaGrange, gave val uable suggestions on the selection of milch Dr. H. H. Cary, Superintendent of Fisher ies in Georgia,—“Old Carp,” as he is called —made a report on German carp, and the construction and management of carp ponds. David Nichols, of Cobb county, gave the Society his method of preventing land from washing. Mr. W. G. Whidby spoke of the future of North Georgia from Atlanta to the Tugalo river, showing its growth and possibilities. Prof. H. 0. White, of the University of Georgia, delivered a learned and scholarly address on Science applied to the avocations of life. He brought science down to the comprehension of the masses, and was, in amusement parlance, “encored.” E. C. Grier, of Griswoldville, was elected Secretary. „ . r , r It was resolved to hold a fair at Macon on the 17th of October. The Society endorsed the Cotton Exposi tion at Atlanta, and resolved to aid it in every possible way. The Society visited the Male and Female Colleges. Thomasville is filled with North ern invalids and pupils attending the excel lent colleges. Rev. E. Q. F. Golden. Bishop of the Bap tist church, is getting along finely. The ex cellent organists, Miss Emma Williams and Mrs Susie 8. Finn, are projecting some im provements for the interior of the church edifice, and when they will it you may cab culate upon its being done. The venerable S. Alexander Smith has been indisposed for several weeks, but is slowly convalescing. Our venerable brother Gaulden is in ex cellent health, and enjoys a drive in a new and handsome carriage. HORSFORD'S ACID PHOSPHATE In Malarial Prostration. Have used Horsford’s Acid Phosphate con siderably, and like its effects very much; especially in malarial prostration. GM. BELL, M. D. Benton Harbor, Mich. A Good Housewife. The good housewife, when she is giving her house its spring renovating, should bear in mind that the dear inmates of her house are more precious than many houses, and that their systems need cleansing by purify ing the blood, regulating the stomach and bowels to prevent and cure the diseases arising from spring malaria and miasma, and she must know that there is nothing that will do it so perfectly and surely as Hop Bit ters, the purest and best of medicines. —Con- cord, N. H. Patriot. James Slover, of Pulaski county, Ind., writes : “ I bad the Dyspepsia and Liver complair.t for nine years, could Keep noth ing on my stomach ; I was induced to use Dr. Harter’s Liver Pills; after I had used one box of Pills I experienced a decided improv ment, and when I had finished the second one I was entirely cured ” Mary had a little lamb, its fleece was white as snow, she washed it oft with Dobbins' Electric Soap, and that’s what made it so. (made by Cragiu & Co., Philadelphia, Pa.) Try it once. 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KAfiS ■l2 Roses of the best named sorts. $ I,ooQl|ff&4 112 Geraniums, best new sorts, ■ ' ■ IG Tube Roses, 1 111 Gladiolus, all flowering bulbs, - 1.00 LJIYM ■ S Os each of the above two, - - i.OOKQteW I l Palms, nice plants, al! different, I.OOtTyaSS 112 Begonias,all different, - - I.OOtrSUM ■ 12 New Fancy Coleus, all different, l OOMAI/jM ■2O Basket Plants ... i.OOMsBLI ■2O Carnations, 6 sorts. - - ■ I.OOMwm ■ Kufe Arrival <>iiHrnnteed. 6of theM ■ above collection* lor $5.00; nil *vnl by KLnHk antll fret*. Send for eutaloguv. leb24 eow3t HOOK & HASTINGS BOSTON, MASS, Builders of the Grand Organ for the Cincinnati Music Hall; the powerful Centernial Organ; the great Organ In Plymouth Church, Brooklyn,and of over 1,000 CHURCH ORGANS For every part of the country- We invite atten tion to our new style of Parlor Organ (of pipes only) at prices varying from 8450 to 81,COO, and upwards. MUSIC COMMITTEES, ORGANISTS, and others are invlted'to apply to us direct for mation connected with our art. Descriptive circu lars and specifications furnished on application. Second-hand Organs in great variety for sale at bargains to purchasers.feblo-eow26t EVERY CHURCH MEMBER SHOULD GET THE PRAYER-MEETING MAHUAI Containing a Theme or Topic (with References, Sujr gestions, and an appropriate Hymn.) for each week la the year. By ALFRED NEVLV, 1). 1)., LL. D. 64 Pages; Price, per copy, 10cents. The author says: "It will under the Divine bleiilng. se cure the following advantages: l. Make the theme tor re* mark on a given evening, known a week in advance. 2. Lead to the examination of passages of Scripture parallel to the one specifically selected for meditation. 3. Produce unity and point in the prayers which are offered.” Order a sample of vour bookseller or Church Depository, or send price to P. GARRETT &L C0..708 Chestnut St.. Philadelphia, Pa. Postage stamps accepted—ones preferred, Jan2oeow4t A. ST WINDING GOLD WATCH FOR $35.00. In order to close out a large stock, we are offer ing double cased solid gold American Watches, either Gents’ or 1 adies’ sizes, for 835.C0each. Every watch is accompanied by our special certificate and guarantee. Goods will be sent by express C. O. D., with privilege of examining before purchasing. Send in your orders for Christmas presents. J. P. STEVENS & CO., WHOLKSA-LK JEWELERS, 34 Whitehall St., ATLANTA, GA. ».• Send for Catalogue and Prices. sep!6 ts ssotoslooaMo.|jl7iDl 11 faMswomen Tvpea of Female Heroism, Beauty, and Influence. Women who have built up nations or shone resplendent; how will predominated, virtue triumphed, knowledge won victories. Magnificent Full*pagt Steel-plate Engraving, worth twice the price. Selling fast. A perfect beauty. Picasea every body. Send for circulars and terms to agents. Address, P. W. ZIEGLER & CO., WOO Arch Street, Philadelphia. sept 39 lam 8m NONPAREIL 3c FARM & FEED MILLS The Cheapest and Best. • ® rus ' l “d Illustrated Catalogue FREE. L J. MILLER, Ciiauai, 0. Jy2o-eow3t 14-STOP ORGANS, GfTTT* T* A ClCf A Oct. Coupler ’ •3 UJS B ASS 4 Set Reeds, 868 Pianos $123 & upwards sent on trial. Catalogue tree. Address Daniel F. Beatty, Washington, N. J. je!7 eowly f—CY rwf'ime l Chr«ma fc. n.w. «n lOfl. « Mli.l C—l« W1 K J «». xmr., K* aiv»h album. «o» All Gold, Chromo 4 Llt’g Cards, (Notwo eJV Alike,) Name on, 10c. Clinton Bros Clintonville, Conn. oct2Beow2Bt Charch, School, rire-.lirtn, rioe-too«l, lo.w-prtM4, wuna> ST cotologoowlth IMOlCTtlmonlris.FrtOM.Wo.,Mitres I Slymyer Manufacturing Co., Ctaoianau,<K I Jy27-26tj 7