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mm Per Gent of Corn to Ool). St. Louis Republic. There seems to be more than the renal amount of interest awakened lately in the improvement or breed mg up of the corn plant. Among ether things of interest in this con section I should like to say a few words as to the proper or most prof itable per cent of corn to cob for the general farmer to grow. Some writ ers claim that we should grow a va riety that will give the full fourteen pounds of cob to the bushel (as that is the amount allowed by law for cob. I think if any one will take the trouble to consult the experiment station bulletins on this subject they will find that the varieties giving the highest yields per aore (with possibly one or two exceptions) were varieties giving only about 15 to 18 per cent cob, giving you only eleven to twelvo pounds of cob per bushel instead of fourteen. Some one remarks that we have to ■give fourteen pounds on a bushel for cobs; why not grow that amount? I think every farnmr should aim to grow the most bun lids of Bhelled corn per aore of the nighest feeding value. I believe the twentieth century demand will be for a higher grade in quality of grain rather than “any old kind of corn.” I believe that by awakening a lively interest in improved varieties of Beed corn and improved methods of culture the improved farmer will be able to produce improved yields. The twentieth century farmer should bo a farmer who studies to ■ know, or find out the why of things. I do not favor growing a variety that will yield 90 per cent corn. That is too high a per cent to be practical. About 81 to 80 per cent is high enough for best results. Let any one interested take one bushel of the very best ears he can select and weigh them and then shell and weigh the oobB and see just how nmch oob he is growing per bushel. If the oob is too heavy, see if he cannot seleet some that have less cob and morG corn. I believe the average-farmer might easily, by careful study and selec tion, raise the standard of his corn so that the cobs from a bushel of corn would only weigh ten pounds per bushel instead of fourteen. - — —— Took Time to Place Him. Now York TIinoB. Senator Quay, of Pennsylvania, is aot a laughing man. Ho rarely lets anythiug movo him beyond the twinkle in his eye, but a Florida farmer’s impression regarding him made him “let loose." The senator, returning from a fishing trip to his bungalow, at St. Lucia, Fla., rode in an accommodation, train, and the farmer sat beside him and question ed him. Quay’s knowledge of coun tryside gossip proved limited and discouraging. “Don’t belong to these parts, do ye?” said the farmer. “Don’t know much about Florida, do ye?” “I have been here several times in my Wanderings,” said Quay. “And what might bo the reason ye air wauderin’?” “I am trying to ameliorate the condition of man—the inner man,” replied Quay, solemnly. The farmer moved to another seat and remarked to the man beside whom he sat: "Talked to that feller back tker’ a good bit ’fore I found out he was one o’ them dem faith healers.” The worries of a weak and sick mother are only begun with the birtlLof her child. By day her work i8 constantly interrupted *and at night her reBt is broken by the wail ing of the peevish, puny infant. Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription makes weak women strong and sick women well. It lightens all the burdens of maternity, giving to mothers strength and vigor,which they impart to their children. In over thirty years of practice Dr. Pierce and his associate ataff of nearly a score of physicians .have treated and cured more than half a million suffering women. Sick women are invited- to consult Dr, Pierce by letter free of charge. AH correspondence is strictly private. Address Dr. R. V. Pierce, Invalids’ Hotel and Surgical Institute, Buffa lo,!?. Y. * Boys and Newspaper Reading. Atlanta Constitution. T)ie number of children working m the factories of Germany to-day is little more than one-third what it was in 1895, but the laws are still often evaded. The question whether or not chil dren should be encouraged to read newspapers has been bought up for discussion recently by the statement that juvenile magazines are losing their popularity. it is probably true that boys throw aside these publications sooner than in former years, but it is doubtful if anything is lost thereby. The step .from knickerbockers to business iB shorter than it used to be. Then why should a boy cling to juvenile papers and magazines, however mer itorious? Unless ho is to be a book worm, the sooner he gets in touoh with the work-a-day worid the bet ter for him. Complaint is made that the news papers have cut into the juvenile magazines—that the boys read the news. Of course there is reason in all things, but why Bhonld not an in telligent boy keep up with the cur rent events? The boy who oan tell you the main features of the presi dent’s message, who knows the con dition of the Cubans, who has read all about the steel trust and under stands the rise of Schwab to place and power, who can tell you An drew Carnegie’s history and Jim Jeffries’ prize ring record, is in a more robuBt mental condition and more likely to succeed in life than tho boy who is kept on literary baby food after ho has outgrown the need for it. Teach your boy to read intelli gently, to avoid the useless nows of wrecks and crimes and to devote himself to more important matters. Any father ought to be proud of the young son who can give an intelli gent explanation of the Schley- Sampson controversy, and who has an opinion of his own as to the mer its of the case. That boy haB begun to be a man; He is getting ready to take his place among men and to hold his own with them. Don’t stop him. If you can’t help him along, got out of his way. - *■- Ireland Losing Her People. lloston llqraid. According to the figures of the registrar general, Ireland is still los ing in population, the decline for tho last year being figured at 31,- 437. This is entirely accounted for by emigration, for there was an ex cess of births over deaths amount ing to 13,853, making the loss by emigration for the year 45,288. The registrar’s figurea show that last year there were 21,330 marriages, 101,458 births, and 87,600 deaths. There has been, in comparison with previous years, a slight decline in both the birth and marriage rates, while the death rate shows an in crease, which is, doubtless, partially accounted for by the fact that the reductions of the population by em igration are almost entirely drawn from tho ages in which the death rate would be smallest. The business done in mouse whis kers is considerable just now, for they are used in the making of the wonderful new fly for fisheamen— the “new gray gnat.” And they are expensive—nearly two cents per whisker. Trout rise very much bet ter at mouse whisker flies than at the same “gnat” dressed in jungle- cock kackies, which look very much like them. A square foot of the best Persian rug is worth about $10 and it takes a single weaver twenty-three days to complete this portion. This al lows the weaver about 44 cents per day for her wool and her labor; but as three-fourths of this amount goes to pay for the wool, only 11 cents per day is left for the weaver. 4 ; A GOOD RECOMMENDATION 7 . “I have noticed that) the sale on Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets is almost invariably to those who have once used them,” says Mr. J. H. Weber, a prominent druggist of Cascade, Iowa. What better recommenda tion could any medicine have than for people to call for it when again in need of such a remedy? Try them when you feel dull af ter eating, when you have a bad taste in the mouth, feel bilious, have 1,10 appetite or when troub led with constipation, and you are certain to be delighted with the prompt relief which they af ford. For sale by all dealers in Perry, .Warren & Lowe, Byron. Subscribe for The Home Journal, Did Not Want to Press Government. Congressman John Hi Moon has a rather unique mission to perform for one of his constituency who lives hear Chattanooga, but as this party is armed with the proper credentials and been very modest about his claim, it is not thought that the congressman will have any trouble in securing the recognition and co operation of congressmen for this solid old East Tennesseean who was a union sympathizer. Some time ago Congressman Moon was approached by an old and sub stantial citizen, who told the judge that he wanted to have a little pri vate conversation with him, and the congressman of the district was very much surprised when the old citizen disclosed an order upon the United States government signed by Gener al Sherman acknowledging die re ceipt of 150 bushels of corn at $1.60 a bushel. The old gentleman explained that General Sherman had bought the corn from him when he was in Chat tanooga during the war and had given him an order on the govern ment, agreeing to pay him $1.50 a bushel for the same. He said that the reason he had never presented the claim was because he had want ed to see the government get along all right, and did not care to press it for the amount, as he really had plenty to get along on without it, anyway. Now, however, as he was getting old, and as the old citizens were passing Away one by one, he thought the time had come for him to think about winding up his earth ly affairs and getting things in shape so that his family would be in good shape after he died. Yes, he knew the government was good for the money, and would have paid it long ago if he had turned in the order for collection, but,. he reiterated, he had no desire to press the govern ment about the matter, as it had probably needed the money worse than he did. Congressman Moon now has in his possession an order on the Uni ted States government signed by General Sherman for the 150 bush els of corn at $1.50 a bushel, and he intends to collect; it for the old man who has waited thirty-five years be cause he did not want to “press” the government. It Circles the Globe. Tho fame of Bucklen’s Arnica Salve, as the best iu the world, extends round the earth. It’s the one perfect healer of cuts, corns, burns, bruises, sores, scalds, boils, ulcers, felons, aches, pains and all skin eruptions. Oniv infallible pile bufH 25e a box at Holtz- claw’s drugstore. THE HOME GOLD CUKE. Au Ingenious Treatment by* Wlriqjj Drunkards are lleiug Cured Dai ly in Spite of Themselves. No Noxious Do^os. No Weakening of tlio Nerves. A Pleasant and Posi tive Cure for ihe Diquor ljubil. It is now generally known and under stood that Lnmknuih sh is a disease and not a weakness. A body tilled with poi son, and nerves completely shattered by periodical or constant nsoof inrosmating liquors requires au antidote capable of neutralizing and eradical jpg' tins poison and destrying the craving for i u toxicants. Sufferers may now cure themselves at home without publicity or loss of time from business by this wonderful ‘Homo Gold Cure,” which has been perfected after many years of close study and treat ment of inebriates. The faithful use ac cording to directions of this wonderful disoovory is positively guaranteed to cure the most obstinate case, no matter how hard a drinker. Our records show the marvelous transformation of thousands of Druukards into sober,industrious and upright men. Wives cure your husbands! Children cure your fathersl This remedy is in no seuse a nostrum, but is a specific for this dis ease only, and is so skillfully'devised and preparod that it is thoroughly solu ble and pleasant to the taste, so that it can be given in a cup of tea or coffee without the knowledge of the person tak ing it. Thousands of Drunkards have Bared themselves with this priceless remedy, aud as Many more have been cured and made temperate men by hav ing the “Cure” administered by loving friends and relatives, without their knowledge, in'eoffee or tea, and believe to-day that they (discontinued drinking of their own free will. Do mot wssat. Do not be deluded by apparent and mis leading “improvement.” Drive out the disease at once and for all time. The ’‘Home Gold tlMi'e” is sold at the extremely low price of One Dollar, th'us placing within reach of everybody a treatment more effectual than others costing §135 to §50. Full directions ac company each package. Specific advice by skilled physician when requested without extra charge. Sent prepaid to any part of the world on receipt of One Dollar. Address Dept. (J478, Edwin B. Giles & Company, 2330 and 2332 Market Street, Philadelphia. Alkcorrespondence strictly confidential. Asthmalene Brings instant Relief and Permanent Cure in AH Cases. SENT ABSOLUTELY FREE ON RECEIPT OF 'POSTAL. WRITE YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS P ATNLY. There is nothing like Asthmalene. It brings instant relief, even in the worst cases. It cures when all else fails. The Rev. O. F. WELLS, of Villa Ridge, 111., eavs: “Your trial bottlo of Asthmalene received iu good condition. I cannot tell you bow thankful I. feel for the good de rived from it. I was a slave, chained with putrid sore throat and Asthma for ten years. I despaired of ever being cured. I saw your advertisement for tho cure of this dreadful and tormenting disease, Asthma, aud thought you had overspoken your selves, but resolved to give it a trial. To my astonishment, the trial acted like a charm. Bend mo a full size^bottle.” Rev. Dr* Morris Weclisler, Rabbi of tho Cong. Buai Israel. v ; New Yolk, Jan. 3,1001, urs. Taft Bros’. Medicine Co.: Gentlemen: Your Asthmalene is an ex cellent remedy for Asthma and Hay Fever, and its composition alleviates all troubles which combine Avith Asthma. Its success is astonisning and wonderful. After having it carefully analyzed, we can state that Asthmalene conlaiusno opium, morphine, chloroform or ethor. Very truly youis, • Rev. Dr. .Morris Wechsler. Dr. Taft Bros. Medicine Co., Avon Springs, N. Y., Feb, 1, qOOl. Gentlemen: I write this testimony from a sense of duty, having tested the wonderful effect of your Asthmalene, for the cure of Asthma. My wife has been afflicted with spasmodic asthma for the past 12 years. Having exhnns'ed my ti’fvn skill as well ns many others, I chanced to see your sign upon your windows on 130th street, New York, I ut ouce obtained a bottle of Asthmulone. My wife com menced taking it about the first of November. I. very soon noticed »' radical im provement. Alter using one bottle her asthma has disajjpeaied and she is entirely free from all symptoms. I foe) that I can consistently recommend the medicine to all who are afflicted with this distressing disease. Yours respectfully, O. D. Phelps, M. D. Dr. Taft Bros. Medicine Co , Feb. G, 1901. Gentlemen: I was troubled with asthma for 22 yeiifs. I have tried ,number less remedies, but they have all failed. I ran across your advertisement and marred with a trial bottle. I found relief at once, i have since purchased your lull-size bottle, and I am ever grateful. I. have a family of four children, ami for six years was unaole to work. I am now in the best of '<eal li and am doing business every day. This testimony you can make such use of as you see fit. 8. Raphael, Home addross, 285 Rivington strict. ‘ (37 East 10th st., City. Trial Bottle sent Absolutely Free on Receipt of Postal. Do not delay. Write at ouce, addressing Dlt. TAFT BROri.’ MEDICINE CO., 79 East 180th St., N. Y, City. I lie above is a cut of the zpt,ow„ The best Steel Plow 011 the market. Sold by M. C. BALK COM, Macon, On. W. N. FLEETWOOD, JT. F. L. KLOPFER. 418 POPLAR STREET! WAGON. QA; JUG FILLING A SPECIALTY. PRICE LIST PER GADLON. Capitol Rye $2.00, OldCkow, §2.35, Monogram, 2.50, * Robertson County Sour Mash §2.75. Mill Creek Cabinct Rye §3.00. Kentucky Souk Mark §3.00, Green Uriah Sour Mash §3.00, OLD Taylor Souk Mash §4.00, North Carolina Corn §v;.90, Ole Georgia Corn $2 00. .Holland Gin $2.00, Double-Stamp Juniper Gin, $2.50, New England Rum $2.00. Jamaica .turn $2.50. ALSO PROPItUKTOiib s F "W O IB ©: “ “ U Uulbll Ubl For many yoars wo have sold our Wfclskios and Cigars to Wholesalers only and our brandsaroproforrodbythom.astheyarosuporiorto all others. In order to give tho Consumer the benefit of the largo profits of Dealer and Middleman, wo have decided to now sell diroct to the Consumer our Most Poiuilar Brands of miskies and Cigars at Joss than wholesalo prices. 14..KAUTIF IIL PAIRS FBfll ”°o.?KfSSfe With every quart bottle of our famous 10 yeir old Queen eityCIul? Tore Rye ana one box of our justly eelebrated genuine Caban Hand-Made 10c clear Havana Cuban Specials, we will give ABSOLUTELY FREE one of tho hand-* soniost open face, extra heavy nickel Gent's Watches made,(no Iadys) stem a P d se *> genuine American movement and case, best timekeoper on earth, does not tarnl9h and will last a lifetimo, 1 extra fine Vienna Meer schaum Pipe, 1 genuine Meerschaum Cigar Holder, 1 genuine Meerschaum Cigarette Holder, 1 pretty leather Tobacco pouch, 1 elegant extra heavy nickel match box, 1 pair pearl cuff buttons, 1 ball top collar button, 1 neck- v°***® r » Ipairslcevo buttons, 1 double chain and one beautiful charm. All jewelry heavily 14k gold plated. All these 14 pieces with onebox of our tamouECu oan Specials and one quart bottle of ourfamou3l0 year old Queen City Club Puro Ryo cannot be bought for less than $12.00. , Wo sell the Whiskey and eigarsin-ftBJl M Q*3 C. O. D. with privilege of ex- eluding tha li, prizes for U HIL H ty'SuisI aminatlon, while Whiskey and Cigars ale no cost more thru we ask for the entire lot. Our Whiskey is an Absolutely Pore 10 year old Rye and our Cigars genuine Cuban hand- . made,clear Havana,made in our own factory. These cigars are far belter : 1,1 IS Ih'e monev if not Pn'i.H. 1 anything ever ad vortisedboforo. Wo Guarantee tho goods and , W &s recresented. rHE * ! An ExtroPromium of an elegant Fockotknifo with two blades, 1 cork-screw, 1 cigar cutter and whdMde Price riiS" 1 ?*, Slats enttor, if g3.97 is sent in advanco with ordor. Goods sent In plain.packago. Write * wnoiesaio racei Lists of Liquors and Cigars. Responsible agents wanted. Order to-day. C. 8, DISTIXiSiEIt’S DISTRIBUTING COv—Dopt. O., 431 North Claris St., Chicago, I