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pounds to 50 gallons of mixture, or if in the dry state, 1-J 

 pounds per 50 gallons. 



For Peaches. 



1. For the prevention of scab and rot of peaches it is 

 as a rule desirable to give three sprayings, as follows: 

 First, shortly after the blossoms have fallen (May 10th to 

 May 25th) ; second, about three or four weeks later (June 

 5th to June 15th) ; and third, about one month later (July 

 5th to July 15th). If only two sprayings can be given, 

 omit the first. 



2. On the whole, self-boiled lime and sulphur of the 

 8-8-50 formula seems to be the safest and most reliable 

 peach spray, and this is recommended. Good results have 

 been obtained with some of the commercial lime-sulphurs, 

 and they are much more easily handled. There is, how- 

 ever, some danger of spray injury, especially with certain 

 brands. If commercial lime-sulphur is used, a strength of 

 1-150, without poison, is recommended. 



3. As little good in preventing curculio seems to come 

 from the addition of poison, and as this seems to increase 

 the danger of spray injury, we advise leaving out arsenate 

 of lead unless there is considerable risk of sawfly injury, 

 when it can be added in the second spraying, the same as 

 for apples. 



Discussion, 



President Rogers: I am sure that Dr. Clinton will be 

 glad to answer any questions. Of course, spraying is one 

 of the most vital subjects that the fruit grower has to do 

 with. We have a few moments now. Please let the ques- 

 tions come rapidly. 



Professor Jarvis: Mr. Chairman, I would like to ask 

 Professor Clinton if he has any information on the influ- 

 ence of the insecticide on the lime and sulphur when they 

 are combined? 



