Useful Hints for Everyday Farm Life 



Hens are helping to lift a good many mortgages now- 

 adays. 



The lack of organic matter is the greatest trouble we 

 have in the vineyard", 



The finer the soil the better the vegetables, both in 

 quantity and quality. 



Dry air, good feed and plenty of exercise are neces- 

 sary for winter eggs. 



Work the surface soil over after each rain, and thus 

 retain all the moisture. 



Fowls need plenty of fresh, pure water. Thoroughly 

 wash their dishes every day. 



As a rule, hens that lay steadily during cold weather 

 are indifferent hot weather layers. 



Winter eggs do not come by chance. It takes planning 

 and work to get them, but it pays. 



Make a hot bed and have some early plants ready to 

 set out when the weather is warm enough. 



If you think of setting out an orchard and have had no 

 experience, hire a good man to show you how. 



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