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AMERICAN AGRICULTURIST. 
[March, 
Advertisements $1 per line of space— 14 lines per incti. 
FORT EDWARD INSTITUTE. 
Spring Term of 13 weeks begins March 2?. $55.00 pays for 
Board and common EnglisU. Superior advantages In every 
Department— Classical Scientific, Commercial or Ornament- 
al. Sixteen Teachers. Address 
Kev. JOSEPH E. KING, D. D., Fort Edward. N. T. 
Lane's Purchasing Agency, 
FOR PURCHASING 
at the lowest regular price, any tliiug to be 
procured i» New York City, and at 
otlier accessible points. 
Garden Seeds ! Flower Seeds ! 
Extra lona and Israella Vines, $3 eacli; $1S per dozen. 
Also, Adirondac, Allen's Hybrid, Concord, &c.. &c. Fruit 
and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs. 
Agriculturist. $2 per dozen ; $1? per 100 in pots. 
Russell's Great Proline, Sl.'.'5 per doz.; $3 per 100 In pota. 
Green Prolific, $1.'25 per dozen ; §8 per 100 in pots. 
Knox's No. 700, $3 per dozen ; $15 per 100. 
Also, all the other leading kinds. 
IMonitor Clothes Wringer. 10-inch Rolls. $3.50. Also by the 
Dozen. Hoosier Fodder Cutter, $35. Urinkerhotfa Churn. 
fl'3. Lalor's Sheep Dipniiii: Composition, S^ $3, and $5 per 
Box. Fertilizers of nil kinds. Trowbridsre's Grafting Wax, 
50c. per lb., l.")C. per i4 lb., discount to the Trade. 
Special attention given to procuring Books for Schools 
and Colleges, and to selecting Private Libraries. 
HAliVEY B. LANE, 151 Nassau-st. 
New Tork. 
The Neatest Thing Yet. 
SIS IMPLEMENTS IN ONE. 
Patent Sewing Ripper Iniproired* 
Recommended h'j Orange Jtuhl. 
The Patent Sewinu' Hipper lias ius^. l)t"en greatly improved 
so that 1st.— It Rips u Scam easier, quicker, aiil more 
safely than any otiur iinnleinetit cm. ^il.— It Ciit^ a, 
Buttoii-liole of anv size iiifi-lv. ;Jtl,— Is the best thing 
wllh which to Scrufcli Ciaihcv:^. Every lady wants it 
f. hese purposes, and i^i-uUcuii'ii as well, will lind it 4:*U, 
a,ii -.a and complete Pap-r 4"nUer and Polc!ei% .'itli. 
A convenient L-i-»irr <>p;-Htr. Otli.— An excellent 
Eraser for reii o\ in^ bl^ts and errors from writing. It is 
"thu-^ a mnsr. useinl fompiininn for tlie Work Table and the 
Writing Deslc. Pi i<:e only 35 cents, or .?3 for a single dozen. 
Liberal discount bv lari^er quantity. Will sell rapidly. Ask 
your storekeeper for it. or send 35 cents and receive it by 
mail. Address A. C. FITCH, 151 Nassau-et., New-York. 
As FariBier^ 
Wanted by a Scotchman, married, without family, a situa- 
tion as Farmer, has had most extensive experience in this 
country tor the past fifteen vears, in reclaiming and draining 
lands, together witli the raising of all kinds of stuck. Is 
thoroughly conversant with manures and their adaptation 
to the "various crops of the Farm. To any gentleman re- 
quiring his services the advertiser believes lie can cive entire 
satisfaction. Address "M." care HENDEliSON & FLEMING, 
Seedsmen, G7 Nassaust., New York. 
Premium Chester ^Vhite Pigs 
will be furnished by the subscribers, either singly or in pairs 
(not akin), and sent bv express to any part of the United 
States. Canada, or South America, l-'or particulars send for 
Circular. Address 
JAMES YOLING, Jr. & CO. 
Marshallto\vn, Chester Co., Pa, 
FOR SALE.— A thorough-bred Prince Albert 
Sufl'olk Boar, one year old. Also a few Black Spanish 
Fowls of the "Shaw" impmiation. Address 
G. W. FAItLEE, Cresskill, Bergen Co., N. J. 
PREMIUM CHESTER WHITE PIGS for Sale.— 
Sent by Express to all parts of the United States. For 
Circulars and Prices, Address N. P. BOYFU & CO., 
Gum Tree, Chester Co., Fa. 
PLATA DUCKS 
Eggs for Sale. $5 per dozen. 
Address A. M. HALSTED, 6S Pearl-st., New York. 
ItOUElV I>XJCI£ EGGS- 
Koucn Duck Eggs, pure, will be sent to order for $2.50 per 
dozen. Send stamp and lO cents for packing. 
FliANK CAYWOOD. Po'keepsle, N. Y. 
The following vaTieties of Pure Bred Poultry and eggs are 
constantlv on liand and lor sale; viz.: Bronze Turkeys, 
White and Gtev China, and Toulouse Geese. Bouen. Ayles- 
bury, and Cayuga Ducks, Dorkintrs, Polands, Hanibnrshs. 
Leghorns. Bralnnas, Spanish, Game. Sebright-. Bantams, 
Faiicv Pigeons, &c., ifcc. Also eggs. From ^i to §5 per doz. 
Address with Stamp U. U. HAINES, 
Box 5S, Elizabeth, N. J. 
F 
ANCY FOWLS.— Pbeasants, Brnlimas, Spanish, 
Leghorn. Poland, Hamburg, and other Fowls. Kouen and 
Ayleebury Ducks, Turkevs, &c., &c. Send ft amp lor Circular. 
BEN'J. HAINES, Jr., Elizabeth, N. J. 
ISraliBiia Pootra Fowls 
For Sale, I'roni the yard of Mr. SAUNDERS, Port Kicbmond, 
Staten Islaml. >:. 'i . Price $13 per trio. Address Mr.SAUN- 
BEUS, Bo.'i asi P. U., New York. 
Italian Queen Bees. 
I have as iiood and pnre stock as can be found in the coun. 
lry> For prices, &c send forC'ircular. 
W! C, CONDXT, Criaaell, Iowa. 
THE 
lONA AND ISRAELLA 
GRAPES 
Greatly surpass all others In excellence and value for all pur- 
poses. The lona equals tlie best European kinds in the qual- 
ity of Its fruit, and exceeds them in some Important points, 
while in hardiness, perfection of ripening, and constancy of 
abundant produce it excels our most hardy native sorts. 
I have prepared a pamphlet of about thirty large pages, 
which, besides other important matter pertaining to grapes, 
contains a full account of the characteristics of the IO\'A 
andlSRAELLA, with theirORIGIN and HISTORY. 
It has also accurate representations of lOlVA and ISRA- 
KliliA vines in bearing. The method by which these were 
produced will furnish hints for those who desire to obtain 
seedlings of like hardiness and excellence. 
It contains also Price Llstfl, and a description of the vines 
for sale at lona. 
The ^eat importance of having wood (that is, buds or 
eyes.) from strong, mature vines, to propagate from, is fully 
recognized and acted upon by all intelligent vineyardists, 
in the countries where the vine is principally cultivated. 
Only from the beat wood from well dmeloped vines, can the 
best bearing, most hardy and enduring vines be produced. 
This is a fact that is worthy of particular consideration 
"when everything that will grow of these new kinds is 
forced into plants of a kind that have so often disappointed 
buyers." (See American Agriculturist, last volume, page 
879, also page 392.) 
Being the originator of these kinds, and having the original 
vines, and an abundance of mature wood prepared especial, 
ly to propagate from for the production of tlie best and most; 
hardy plants, I liave in this respect as well as in many oth- 
ers, a rery important advantage which no other Establish- 
ment can command, and which enables me to offer plants 
that for cheapness and quality, are worthy of the attention 
of every one who desires to plant a vine. 
For the garden especiallj-, only plants of hlgli quality are 
recommended, I have several classes that are good vines, 
but not equal to best No. 1 for gardens, but which can be 
confidently recommended as cheap and excellent for vine- 
yards, and also for propagators. These are not dwarfed by 
defective treatment, but were struck later in the season 
than the larger plants. 
All interested are Invited to call at the Island, and make 
thorough examination of the quality and character of the 
plants, prices, and methods of propagation. 
I would invite attention to my general stock, and especially 
to plants of Adirondac, Rogers' Hybrids, and Al- 
len's Hybrid. The latter, from its excellence, beauty 
and extreme earliness, deserves a place in every garden. 
It is the best White Grape. I have some desirable Delaware 
Vines still unsold. 
For the thorough study of the subject I have prepared the 
"Manual OF THE Vine," which is drawn from long and 
extensive experience in Grape Culture. It is illustrated with 
about one hundred and fifty engravings, chiefly representa- 
tions of vines of my own tmining. One well qualified to 
judge says: "The Chapters on 'The llipening of Grapes,' 
and 'Tlie Progress of Taste," are of importance to every 
one interested in good grapes, and are wortli the price of a 
large volume." The Manual is sent for Fifty cents. 
For nearly a decade, many thousands have yearly followed 
the directions of the Manual, in all parts of the country, and 
I do not know of one that has found them erroneous or de- 
fective. Ueaders of the Manual will learn the proper use of 
"Pots" and "Borders" in propagation, and how to judge 
of the quality of plants. 
Club propositions sent with the pamphlet without cliarge. 
These offer most liberal and advantageous terms to all pur- 
chasers, whether by dozens, to be sent to one address, or 
singly by mail to as many different offices, or by hundreds, 
or by thousands. Samples of vines sent on application, and 
engravings and other facilities afforded to those who desire 
to form clubs. The safe reception of the vines is in all cases 
guaranteed. 
A fine Engraving of a branch of the ISRAElLiliA with 
three bunches natural size, sent for Fifty cents. 
A beautifully Colored Plate of a bunch and branch of 
the IOX.\ sent for $1.50. Tlie same to Agents for clubs, 
for $1. Plain Lithographs of lONA with branch and leaf, 
Twenty cents. 
C ^V. GRAlirT, lona, 
(near Peekskill,) Westchester Co., N. Y. 
O'^aft nnn grape vines for sale of 
JBw^^^\W^\W\JF\W Concord. Hartford. Catawba. Dela- 
ware. Norton's, Clinton, and other valuable sorts. Also 
200,000 Cuttings of the above sorts. Send Postage stamp lor 
Catalogue. " - DH. H. SCHRODEH, 
Blcroiaipgton, lUinoib. 
SUGAR CANE SEED. 
'We arc now prepared to fill orders from Choice I/o«s 
(carefully selected by ourselves, and which we can safely 
recommend as Pure) of the Brst.Varirties of 
SORGO AOT) IMPHEE SEED. 
Dealers supplicl on liberal rerms. Send for Seed Circu- 
lar containing Price List, and ^Directions for Planting, etc. 
THE SORGO HAND BOOR for 1866. 
Containing valuable iniurmation on tiie culture of Sorgo 
and the manufacture of Syrup and Sugar therefrom; 
also a full illustrated description of the celebrated 
" COOK'S EVAPORATOR," 
"VICTOK," CANE MIILL, 
O^ SENT FREE OF CHARGE. .,^1 
On application to our address. 
BLYMYER, BATES A: UAY, 
Mansfield, Ohio. 
!F*vii'e Cane Seed. 
Regular Sorgo— by mail, 40 cents ^ lb. Bv Express, ii »b. 
or less, '.i.1 cenl^ ^ B,; over 2.i lbs., 15 cents ^ lb Liberian 
Oomseeana. or otaheitan Neeazana, and Early Sorco. by 
mail, oO cents ^ It>.; bv Express, 'Jo lbs. or less, 30 cents ?i lb., 
over -.^5 lbs,. 25 cents ^ lb., package inchuled. This seed is 
warranted to be pure, being raised under our special direc- 
tion, and from crops yielding 200 to 300 gallons per acre. 
Address CLARK SORGO MACHINE CO.. 
Cincinnati, Ohio. 
Manufacturers of Sorgo Machinery, Drag Saws, Bells, Corn 
Crushers. &c.. &c. Sorgo Hand Book, and specimen copy of 
the Sorgo Jouiual sent free. 
~~- IVE^^^ SEEI>. " 
Farmers! do yon want New-England grown seed left at 
vour doors as cheaply as it is sold in Boston, New-York, or 
Bhiladelphia? I have introduced my Iluljbard Squash, 
Marblehcad Mammoth Cabbage, and a score of other new 
vegetables to thousands of farmers, and am rcadv to send 
them to thousands more. Cataloirue sent gratis to all who 
applv. It contains a list of nearly three hundred virieiies of 
Garden Seed, (many of them new and ran-, and not to be 
found in any oilier Catalogue,) a large portion of which are 
of mv own growing. Never fear to order niv seed, as I 
loarrlint alt to reach the purchaser. Send earlv befoi-e the 
great rush comes. JAMES J. H. Glil-lGOPvY. 
Marblehead, Mass. 
ANOTHER SPLENDID NOVELTY from 
JAPAN. 
Striped XieaTed Japanese Maize. 
This beautiful and valuable addition to our ornamental 
foliage plants was obtained in Japan, by Mr. Thftmas Hogg, 
the well-known Nurseryman and Horticulturist, at New York, 
who sent seeds of it to his brother, Mr. James Hogg, in ilie 
sprini; of IStU. 
It appears to be a variety of Zea Curasua, or the Peruvian 
Maize, as It in many respects differs froiii the Zea Mavs, or 
Indian Corn, as it is called in the L'nited States. It grows to 
a bight of from Ave to six feet, and has its foliase alternate- 
Iv opposite : the foliage is from two to three inches wide and 
about four feet in length. It is beautifully and evenly 
striped, or ribboned with alternate slripes of green una 
white, and in its earlier stages of growth is also striped with 
rose color. It resembles the Arunda donax variesata in 
appearance, but is of a much more eleiant and imposing 
habit. Nothing in the way of a foliaire plant can exceed in 
ffracefulness and beauty, a group of three to five plants of 
Tills variety of Zea, The subscriber is happy to announce 
that he has secured the entire slock of this splendid novelty, 
and now offers the seeds in packets containing Tiveiity 
Seeds at 3.5 cts. per packet. 5 packets for Si. 
The Trade supplied upon the most liberal terms. 
Address B. K. BLISS, Springfield^ass. 
New ^VMte Dielytra. 
Dif.lytra (Diccnfra) Spectabilis alba. 
Another year's trial confirms what we have previouslvsaid 
of tills charming novelty. Its delicate blossoms, gra'ceful 
habit, and beautiful folinge, will cause it 1o become a gener- 
al favorite, and no garden, however small, will be complete 
without it. It foi'nis a pleasing contrast with the oriiiinal 
variety, and as a decorative plant for the ccmelerv it stands 
unrivaled. 
Strong and well rooted Pot Plants will be ready for deliv- 
ery about tlie first of April, and will be mailed post-paid to 
any address in the Union upon receipt of the price. One 
Plant, *1: Six Plants. §5 ; Twelve Plants, $0. A lew one 
year old ground roots for pronacation, $5 each. 
Address B. K. ULISS, Springfield, Mass. 
NEW CROP ONION SEED. 
The followint: varieties will be mailed post-pai<l, during 
the months of January and Februarv, upon rLceipt of the 
prices aflixed: Prices for larger quantities upon application. 
per 02. 4 oz^. y. pound. 1 lb. 
Large Red 'Wethei'sfield 20 eta. 70 els. "$1 I.^. $2 00 
Large Yellow Dutch 25 " SO " $1 25 $2 25 
Yellow Danvers (true) 25 *' 80 " -^X 50 $2 50 
White Portugal 35 " $120 " J;2 00 |3 T.'i 
Potato Onion Sets, per quart, 50 
Address B. K. BLISS, Springfield, Mass. 
CMooD^y Seed. 
The Oreat Substitute for CoflTee. 
A supply of the genuine article just received by the Sub- 
scriber, and will be mailed, post-paid, to all applicants upon 
receipt of price affixed. Packets containing: 1 ounce, 20 els.; 
Bounces. 80 cents; 1 pound, $1.50. Directions for culture 
and curing accompany each package. Address 
^ :p. E. BLXSB, Springfield. Maes. 
