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AjVIERICAN AG-RICULTURIST. 
[Jtine, 
THE "SARATOGA" 
Potato Peeler and Slicer. 
Slices and Peels at one 
Operation. 
Removes the Eyes Com- 
pletely, 
Vegetal lea Cook dryer, sweeter, 
quicker, more evuu, aud drain off 
dry wheu cooked. 
Are Cut uniformly in less time, and 
an absolute savins of 50 per cent 
In waste. 
The Spiral Cut prevents adhering, 
and allows the bitter parts to cook 
or soak out, as in Potatoes, Onions, 
Cucumbers, etc. 
For Dryinffj Curing, Evaporating 
or FreserviDg Vegetables, is un- 
equaled. 
For HashiuGT, Stripping:, Soups, 
Miuce-meat, Pickles, Dressings, 
&c., Fruits and Yegetables— chop 
even and quick, avoiding lumps, 
■which will not cook through. 
In short, is a simple, desirable, 
cheap and usefal household ma- 
chine, which housekeepers should 
have. 
Sent by mail, prepaid. ox» receipt of Sl.OO. 
GOODELL OOMPAIfY, Antriin, N. E, 
anrt 95 Readc St., New Vorlc. 
THE PUECHASE GEAE 
causes the wringer to turn with half the labor of other 
wringers. 
Be satisfied as to the merits of r Purchase Gear before 
buying an Qld-fiifihi07ied cog-wheel wringer. Sold every- 
where. Jf. B. PHELPS, Manufacturer, 
102 Chambers St., New York. 
COMMON ,i.,^ r. I . • SENSE 
B^^-^S on D_P OM FQV, ^ -^^^ 
"j^kALL AROUND THE HOUSE J-, 
for sale eythetrade.-send stampfor 
.; . iuuStrated-pbice list to 
S. ■ -F.A'-.SlNCLAIR-MoTTvrLLE.N.Y. . > 
NORNY'S 
Fruit Preserving Powder 
Is tasteless, and preserves all kinds of fruir, either with or 
"Without being air tight. This powder lias been used for the 
last seven years in all tlie Stales of the Union, with perfect 
success. It retains a liner flavor than any other process. 
Price, 50 cents a box, whicli preserves 60 pounds of dressed 
fruit. Three boxes for One Dollar. Sent bv mail, to 
any address, with full directions. UsuaUliscounttothe trade. 
JOHXSTUN, HOJLL.OAVAY & CO., 
60a Arch St., PUiladelpliia, General Agents. 
TO THE LADIES!! 
BROWN'S FREIVCH DRESSING 
will make Ladies' and Children's Boots and Shoes that have 
become rough and red, and Ladies' Traveling Ea^-s which 
look so old and rusty that they are ashamed to carrv them 
look just as good as new. It will not rub off or smiit when 
wet. Softens the leather. 
Ko lady will be without it after one trial. Beware of imi- 
tations and counterfeits. For sale everywhere. 
B. F. BROWIV & CO., B oston, Mass. 
A FASHIONABLE CORSET, 
Constructeci In strict accordance Tvith Anatomical LaTr, 
Saperior to any corset of American or Foreign make, sent 
post-paid on receipt of $1.50, and your size— Guaranteed! 
Agents wanted. Send stamp for circulars. 
WM. H. HYDE & CO., Ke-wHaren. Conn. 
EVERY WOMAN WANTS IT. 
Eurelja Hand Bread Eneader and Butter TVorlcer. Sent 
Dy mail for SO cents. Jlen and Women Agents wanted. 
G. N ICHOLSON, 84 William St., N. T. 
ELEGANT PHOTOGRAPHS of MOODT & SAN- 
Kiir. tlie jreat Revivalists. The two sent, post-paid, 
for 10 cents and 3 cent stamp. Satisfaction Kunranteed. 
W. H. LEECH, JR., P. M., Pomeroy, cTiester Co., Pa. 
PAINT. 
Use None but that which Experience 
has Proved to be the Best. 
THE AVERILL 
Received the Highest A\Ta.r(l from the Cen- 
tennial Commissioners. 
MIXED READ? FOE USE. 
" The paint 1 got from vou four years ago looks as fresh 
and glossy as if put on last lall." 
Kev. THOS. DRUMM, Uochester, N. Y. 
" "We have used large quantities of the Averill, and are so 
well satisfied of its superiority that we cheerfully recom- 
mend it to the public for general use." 
CHKNET BKOS., South Manchester, Conn. 
Send for Sample Card and Testimonials to the 
AVERILL CHEMICAL PAINT CO., 
3-3 Burling Slip, N. T. 
171 East River St., Chicago. 
133 East River St., Cleveland, O. 
S. B. JERO^IE & CO. 
Extra Quality Clocks. 
NEAV H.WEJf. CONN. 
(Establisbed 18ri6.) 
3Iannfacture Tarious special, 
noTcl and tasteful styles of 
DetaMeclLeTer Time Pieces 
They have substantial and durable 
metaf movements, with balance wheel 
like a watch ; will run in any position, 
and are of especial value to the 
traveller. 
They are suitable for the Library, 
the Family Room, the Dining iiooih, 
the Sleeping Room, the Shop, the 
Store, and the Cabin, and any place 
The Souvenir, where correct time is desirable. 
The 
The 
The 
Tlie 
' St. ?; icholas." imitation morocco. (4)^x4) $2.00 
'Souvenir," turkev morocco, (4>^x-i>, see cut 2..50 
' Cabinet," black walnut. (6x4^) •.- 2.50 
Boudoir," octagon, morocco, (5 in.). 
The " Koslvn," Scotch plaid. (6x4H) 
The " Melrose.*' Scotch plaid, (6x41^), mantel 
The "Holyrood." polished white holly, (6s4K) 
Accuracy and Durability Guaranteed, 
Carefully packed and Bent safely by mail, post-paid, on 
receipt of price. 
3.50 
4.00 
4.03 
4.00 
BARNES' FOOT POWER 
MACHINERY. 
different machines with 
which Builders, Cabinet 
Makers, "Wagon Makers and 
Jobbers in miscellaneous 
work can compete as to 
QUALITY AJTD PF.ICTE With 
steam power manufacturing; 
also Amateur's supplies, saw 
blades, fancy woods and designs. 
Sav where you read this and send for 
catalo-^ue and prices. W. F. & John 
Barnes, Kocklord,Winnebago Co.,111. 
15 
f^ r\f\ AGi:XTS WANT>D Immediately, to 
^i n S sell very desirable NEW PATENT articles, and 
*J\J\J the neif combined VICE and 
JOCiCE-iT AVItE:N C'H. 
Will It any Cud. 
"Worfca In pecuHar corners, where ofter 
Wrenches cannot so. Adapted to agricm- 
tural machines and fits all nuts on wagons 
and carriages; the axle nut inclu-did. Iso „^^-„„^^ 
handliue the nut or BOilinq the hnnd-^ when oiUngcarnaf/^-s. 
and for tightening or rerhovinE os6?;ffo?i-5 it has no.eqnal. 
By mall,pBst-paid, 75c. G.J. CAPETTELL & CO., CheElure, Ct. 
MOUSTACHE PROTECTOR. 
GEXTS DElvIGHT, 
The best selling novelty 
for Agents. Gents tt? *(-•;/ 
have it. Ladies! get it 
for them. Onlv 25 cts. 
bv mail. Circulars free 
a'-s air. Stobekeepees 
send for it. 
C. H. BARROWS, 
Patentee, 
"Willimantie. Conn. 
Keep's Cnstnm Shirts made to measure. 
The verv best, 6 for ?9, delivered free everywhere. 
Keep's Patent Partlv-Made Dress Shirts. 
The verv best, 6 for>7. delivered free everywhere. 
An elegant set of Gold plate cMlar and sleeve 
Buttons slven with each half dozen Keep's shirts. 
Samples and full directions mailed free to any address. 
Merchants supplied at a small commission on cost. 
Trade circulars mailed free on application. 
Keep Manufacturing Co., 165 Mercer St., Xew Tork. 
*DTTPTT<^ T nnTT? produce co :>ons- 
IlUr Ulo Jji UUIjIj, SIO^" merchant, 
14rl READE ST., XEAV YORK. 
EstaWsheA in lSn2. Market reports and shipping direc- 
tions sent fi-ee on application. 
COMMISSION HOUSE of F. HOPP & CO., 
31? Washinston St., N. T. Good sales and prompt re- 
turns. Send for Weekly Price Current and Shipping Platfii 
THE 
Lancaster 
Butter 
Carrier 
with a CUP for 
every erint or 
pat, will enable 
you to market 
your butter in 
the best possible 
condition. All 
sizes and forms 
01 Bos and Cups 
made. Price $lO 
for a ^pound 
carrier, with 
center Ice-box. 
Send for Cir- 
cular. 
E. Iv. EESH, 
liancaster* 
Pa., 
Sole Manufact. 
GILT-EDGED BUTTER, AS MADE BY 
COOLEY'S SYSTEM, 
Uniformly, wlthoni regard to season or climate. A pamphlet* 
descriptive of this newly-discovered svstem. sent Jree to any- 
one sending address, with Set. stamp, "to the 
VERMO>.^T FARM MACHINE CO., Bellows" Falls, Vt. 
Centennial Medal Awarded. 
KOEHLER'S 
IMPROVED BUTTER TUBS AND COOLERS, 
with movable left 
Chambers. Patented 
Jan. ]2th, 1S75. Best 
in the market. Are 
made of white Cedar, 
bound with galvan- 
ized iron or brass 
hoops. Within the 
tub IS fitted a tin Cool- 
er, haying a movable 
Chamber for ice at 
each end. On the tin 
is constructed a series 
of ledges, on which 
rest the shelves for 
supporting the butter 
(Print Bntter") : are used without shelves for KoU Butter. 
Can be locked for shipping. Hinges, Hasps, and Fixtures, 
are tinned, to render tliem rust-proof. J. G. KOEHLEK, 
Manufacturer, 503 North 2nd St.. Philadelphia, Pa. 
The Keclanplar CliM 
and 
B ntt er-\rorlier. 
Simple, efficient, and al'n'ays 
reliable. No inside fixtares. 5 
sizes made. Endorsed by leading 
Zlairymeu. Agents wanted wliere 
we have none. Send for circulars. 
coR^^SH: & curtis. 
Fort Atkinson, "Wis. 
HI&HEST Af ARD AT THE CENTENNIAL, 
ET THEBES 
"Warranted to be exactlv as repre>enied. Sold by all 
dealers in reaHu first class F:irm Machinerv. 
Made onlv bv POUTER BLANCUABD'S SONS, Coi-COBD, 
N. H. Send for Circulars. 
BUTTER WORKER. 
The most Effective, Simple 
and Convenient Tet Invent- 
ed ^Vorl£s 30 lbs. in 
less tliaii o nLinntes, 
thoronghly working out the 
buttermilk and mixing in 
the salt. Send for circular 
and price lists. 
A. H. REID, 
No. 6 Worth IStli St., Pliilatlelpliia, Pa.. 
FARMING 
TTITH OREEN JnA^^fJRES. 
On Plnmgrove Farm, toy C. HARLAN, M.D, 
CONTENTS. 
Chap. 1. Nitrosen. Phosphor- 
Chap. 12. TThite Mustard. 
ic Acid. Potash. 
" 33. Turnips. 
2. Covering the Soil. 
" 14. Earnvard Manure. 
" 3. Surface Manuring. 
" 15. Feeding Grain for 
" 4. Water as a Solvent. 
Manure. 
" 5. TJllaire a Manure. 
" 16. Forage for the 
" 6. Green Manures. 
Horses on the Farm. 
" 17. l-osi= of Manure. 
Mulch for Wheat. 
" 18. John Johnston and 
" 8. Hunirarian Millet. 
others on Eaising 
9. Green Clover. 
Wheat. 
" 19. The Preservation of 
" 11. Green Buckwheat. 
Health on the Farm, 
Price, post-paid. 50 cents. 
ORA^-Gt; JUBD CO., 2^5 Broadway, N. T. 
E.&O.WAED, 
PRODUCE C03I3IIS- 
SIO.V 3IERCHAXTS. 
Sole Agents for Alex. Horni»'v's S'eam-cooked White Wheat 
and Oat Meal. No. 279 AV:ifiliiiiston-st.. N. Y. 
(Est'd 1S45.) Kef., Irving JS/aiional BanZl New York City. 
