CHAPTER II. 



PRAIRIE FARMING. 



IN the previous chapter, we have traced, as best we 

 could, the earlier stages of a settler on the timbered lands 

 of the Northern States and Canada. Let us now turn our 

 attention to prairie farming, in its beginning, and in a 

 small way. 



For much of the material of which this chapter is com- 

 posed, we are indebted to that most capital writer, SOLON 

 ROBINSON, of Indiana. Our own observations had not 

 been much directed to prairie lands, and prairie modes of 

 farming ; but the great experience and really able pen 

 of Mr. Robinson, have abundantly supplied what we 

 lacked. 



We shall use much of Mr. Robinson's language for a 

 few pages. 



It will be observed, that the advice in this chapter is 

 intended for the emigrant of very moderate means. Those 

 of larger means will find valuable hints in other portions 

 of this book. By turning to the article entitled "Prairie 

 Miscellany," they may be found. 



Such articles as you wish to have in your new home, 

 you will pack up in boxes or barrels, (the latter the best,) 

 strongly hooped and plainly directed, and ship to the 

 nearest port of your intended location. The best month 



