[February, 
AMERICAN AGRICULTURIST 
1878 .] 
MRS. OLD FOGY DOES 
NOT USE THE 
ROBBINS WASHER. 
MRS. COMMON SENSE 
DOES. 
TAKE YOUR CHOICE. 
TO MAKE MONEY 
SECURE AX AGENCY 
FOR THE 
CE3jEBRA.TED 
ROBBINS FAMILY WISHER. 
This machine has been ON TRIAL for the past six 
months in every State and Territory in the Union, and the 
almost unanimous verdict of housekeepers is this: “ Your 
Washer has proved a complete success.” Some of 
the reasons why this popular verdict has been reached may 
be found in these facts: 
The Robbins Washer is an entirely NEW MACHINE. It 
Is constructed upon a NEW PRINCIPLE—that of forcing 
water by downward pressure through the fabric. The dirt 
or discoloration is removed by water force—there is no 
rubbing or friction about if. This principle is the only one 
that has ever been successfully applied to the cleaning of 
fabrics by machinery. All others have failed in one or more 
essentia] points. The Robbins Washer will cleanse per¬ 
fectly, without rubbing, all kinds of wearing apparel, table 
or bed linen. It will not injure the most delicate fabric. It 
Is the greatest bleacher extant, and for this purpose alone 
is worth ten times the price of the machine. It is simple, 
self-operating, never gets out of order, and will last a life¬ 
time. It saves time : it saves labor ; it saves material. 
By purchasing a ROBBINS WASHER you can count the 
har'd drudgery of the washboard among the things of the 
past. 
Therefore, we confidently say to everv housekeeper in 
the land, You want a ROBBINS WASHER. You cannot 
afford to be without one. It will pay to buy one. 
THE RETAIL PRICE IS ONLY $1.50. 
Sample to those desiring agencies, $3. 
In bringing the Robbins Washer before the public it 
becomes necessary to take into brief consideration the 
ART OF CLEANSING FABRICS, 
which, although so common, is yet imperfectly understood. 
Having had a lifelong experience in the laundry business— 
in connection with first-class hotels, public laundries, 
asylums, hospitals, &e.—we know whereof we speak. The 
numerous devices of friction rollers, pounders, squeezers, 
dashers, agitators, steam wash boilers, &c., have all done 
very well, so far a9 it was possible for such principles and 
devices to do. But they have all failed in one or more of 
the three essential noirits, viz.: The saving of labor, the 
wear and tear of clothes, or in perfectly extracting the dirt 
or discoloration—all of which are accomplished by the 
ROBBINS LITTLE WASHER. 
WHAT IS IT THAT REMOVES THE DIRT ? 
You may ask all washerwomen and housekeepers, and 
your answer from nine out of ten will be: “ Plenty of elbow 
f rease;” or, in other words, plenty of hard, laborious rub- 
ing on the washboard. And such is the case, for you first 
have to rub soap upon the cloth, then you have to rub it in 
to make the dirt soluble. But does that remove it ? No; 
to do that you must fii'9t dip it in the water, and then rub it 
in again to force water through the fabric. That is what 
removes dirt after beiDg softened by the chemical action of 
the soap upon it. 
The way in which this could be the most economically 
accomplished is what we have so long and patiently sought 
after, and at last a principle has been demonstrated that 
In uniting all the above named, in 
THE PRINCIPLE OF THE LITTLE WASHER 
is embodied all the essential points. First, we have the de¬ 
sired heat, which expands the fabric and causes it to dis¬ 
charge the dirt. Second, we obtain a powerful suction 
beneath the clothes, which causes a rapid downward current 
of water force through and through them, thereby remov¬ 
ing the dirt. Third, we use a large body of water, which 
holds the dirt in solution. Thus we cleanse thoroughly, 
rinsing the clothes as usual being all that is required to com¬ 
plete the operation. 
The Washer is composed of solid galvanized iron, which 
will not rust or corrode. There are two sizes -the No. 1, or 
family size, for ordinary household use; and No. 2, or hotel 
size, suitable for country hotels, boarding-houses, laun¬ 
dries, &c. 
OUR METHOD OF HANDLING. 
We want agents everywhere throughout the United States, 
in every State, county, town, and hamlet. The reta 1 price 
of No.i Washer is $3.50; of No. 2 Washer, $5. But we sell 
sample machines of No. 1 size at $3; No. 2, or small hotel 
size, at $4. Canvassers for this Washer can make more 
money with it than with anything ever before offered to the 
public. As, for instance, we established two agencies to 
test the sale of the Washer upon its merits—one in Nauga¬ 
tuck. Conn., and one in Providence, R. I. The former, Mr. 
Charles Daniels, in a town of about 2,000 inhabitants, sold 
by canvassing in two weeks eighty-two Washers. In the lat¬ 
ter place Mr. James Roberts, now of Naugatuck, Conn., 
sold in less than three months, without canvassing or ad¬ 
vertising outside the store, over 500 Washers. A thing 
never before heard of. 
TO PERSONS OUT OF EMPLOYMENT 
we would say. If you warn to secure a paying business, now 
is your time. Don’t wait till the best territory is taken up, 
but send at once for sample machine and go to work. By 
following instructions yon can sell to nearly every family 
in your neighb irhood. Others have done it, and ttv're is no 
reason why you should not. Full directions and instruc¬ 
tions accompany each machine. Also, special terms to 
agents, circulars, testimonials, &c. 
All orders must be accompanied with cash. 
Remit by money order or registered letter to 
THE GEO. D. BK'SELL COMPANY, 
Naugatuck, Conn, 
$4.00 For $2.00 
Tie Berliniton Haw foe, 
Tlic American Agriculturist, - - $1.60 
THE HAWKEYE MAP 
of the Western States, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, 
and parts of Nebraska, Kansas, Wisconsin, and 
' Kentucky. 2S>«36 inches, colored, mounted, 
and varnished. $1.00 
Total.’... $4.00 
We will send both papers one year, and the map, all pre¬ 
paid. for only $£. 60 . 
Address HAWKEYE PUB. CO., 
No commission on this. Burlington, Iowa. 
THE 
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Model Piano. 
PRQCE $150 to $200. 
The “Model” is a beautiful little Upright or Cottage 
piano; it is manufactured from the best materials that can 
he procured ; the workmanship is excellent, audits durabili¬ 
ty is guaranteed; it is small, light, and occupies but little 
room, is easily transported, and above all the “Model” is 
sold at about one-third the price that is usually paid for any 
other reliable piano. For the above reasons, it is very suit¬ 
able for people of moderate means, and those living in small 
houses; but it is especially adapted for beginners, and on 
account of its low price, commends itself to every parent, 
because it possesses all the principal features of the linest 
piano, and lias none of the numerous disadvantages of the 
reed organ. 
For full particulars write for illustrated pamphlet, and 
state where you saw this notice. 
SIMPSON & COMPANY, 
PATENTEES AND MANUFACTURERS, 
No. 5 East 14th St., N. Y. City. 
For pamphlet, fully explaining the above 
illustration, address 
THE LAMB KNITTING MACHINE CO., 
Chicopee Falls, Mass. 
Garden Engine and Fire Extin¬ 
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Fire, and Trees, Vines, etc., from 
Insects. Throws water 50 ft. Easily 
carried. No Dwelling, Country 
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LEADING CROPS; 
Their Composition, Distinctive Fea¬ 
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VIAN CUANO CO., 
158 Front Street, New York. 
F 
OR SALE.—A tine residence and 66 acre 
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Near the schools and University. Is surrounded by elegant 
houses and genial society. Has large orchards and"ex¬ 
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condition. Was valued at $40,000, before the panic, now 
$25,000 will buy it, Apply to 
ISRAEL, HALL, Trustee, Ann Arbor, Midi. 
Write for full particulars of the 
light, swift, silent “AUTOMATIC ” 
sewing machine of the Willcox & 
Gibbs S. M. Co. 
Beyond allprevious experience! 
A marvel of mechanism! 
Entirely new in its features! 
Displaces everything in its line! 
G58 Broadway, New York. 
Branches and Agencies in all leading cities. 
$3,750,000 Paid to Policy-Holders by 
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Every Farmer and Business Man 
SHOULD HAVE A 
Life or General Accident Policy. 
ttST* Apply to any agent, or write to the Company, at 
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PiiFEGT 
OUR PERFECTED BIT¬ 
TER COLOR is recommended 
by the agricultural press, and used 
by thousands of the best dairymen. 
If you wish to know what it is', what 
it costs, who uses it, and where you 
can get it,write to Wells, Richardson 
& Co., i’roprietors, Burlington, Vt. 
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SLOTE, WOODMAN & CO., 
119 & 121 William St., 
New York. 
F A T ~> "TV/T" From $1G to £70. Also a Kit of Tools. Immense success. Thousands sold. 
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Premium Mangle. 
Guaranteed to perfectly per¬ 
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power. Cold or Steam Heated 
Rolls cheap, durable, highly i c- 
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