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AGRICULTURE 



Labor-saving devices. The wise farmer buys good 

 machinery to till his land and harvest his crops. His wife 

 should also have the advantage of modern labor-saving de- 

 vices in her work. The best of cooking utensils, fruit and 

 vegetable canning outfits, electric or automatically heated 

 flat irons, cleaning devices, hardwood floors, sanitary floor 

 coverings, rugs and other similar helps to good housekeep- 



A fine homestead, but lacking in trees. 



ing should not be wanting. For such equipment now be- 

 longs in every modern home and will save much time and 

 drudgery. 



Recreation and culture. Most farm homes can afford 

 a supply of good books and magazines. These lead to effi- 

 ciency, education and enjoyment. Good pictures and har- 

 mony in furnishings of rooms also add much to the home 

 spirit. Musical instruments are within the reach of most of 

 our farm homes, and prove one of the best investments. 

 Many interesting games can also be secured at little cost. 



