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AMERICAN AGRICULTURIST, 
[December, 
Full Inscriptions 
of all Wie Premiums are given in our October number, 
Which will he mailed free to all applicants. Read over 
the descriptions, and you will find many desirable 
articles—indeed, all arc desirable. We have room in this 
paper only for the following DESCRIPTIVE NOTES : 
INos. 1, 3, 3, <4, 5, C,—Americaai 
Table Cutlery.—We are glad to be able to offer -real¬ 
ly good articles of American manufacture, such as are 
competing successfully with the best foreign goods. 
Messrs. Patterson Bros., 27 Park Row, 
who supply us with these articles, are also importers of 
English goods. They recommend these Knives, manu¬ 
factured by the Meriden Cutlery Co., as equal to 
;any Cutlery in the market, and their recommendation is 
a guarantee, wherever they are known. We offer four 
kinds of Knives, and three sizes of each kind. No. 1 
have Rubber Handles, which are actually boiling-water 
proof, so that, if they were accidentally to remain in it 
for several minutes, or even hours, they would not be in¬ 
jured. The Blades are of the best steel, and warranted. 
Dessert size, with Forks, sold at $14_For 23 subscrib¬ 
ers at $1.50, or 78 at $1, we will give either the medium 
size or the table size, sold at $15.50. No. 2 have 
Ivory Handles, are selected with great care, have Steel 
Blades, and arc beautiful goods. Dessert size, with Forks, 
sold at $18.50_For 31 subscribers, at $1.50, or 100 at 
$1, we will send the medium size, sold at $20.50_For 
34 at $1.50, or 112 at $1, we will send the Table size, 
sold at $22.50. No. 3 are made of Solid Steel and are 
triple-plated all over with pure silver , which will wear for 
a long time, while the Knife is actually indestructible by 
ordinary use. Dessert size with Forks, sold at $22 ... 
For 37 subscribers at $1.50, or 118 at $1, we will give the 
medium size, sold at. $24.50_For 3S at $1.50, or 120 at 
$1, we will send the Table size, sold at $25. No. 4 
have Steel Blades, triple-plated with silver , and larger 
'Ivory Handles, and are really splendid goods. Dessert 
size with Forks, sold at $‘25.50_For 42 subscribers at 
$1.50, or 123 at $1, we will give the medium size, sold 
at $28_For 45 subscribers at $1.50, or 143 at $1, we will 
give the Table size, sold at $30.50. The Forks, which 
accompany these Premiums, Nos. 1. 2, 3, are made of 
genuine Albata, and warranted double-plated with coin¬ 
silver. The Forks with No. 4 are warranted Triple- 
plated with coin-silver. These Forks are also furnished to 
us by Messrs. Patterson Bros_The’Carving-Knife and 
Fork and the Fluted Steel are made by Tlie Meriden 
Cutlery Co., with the best Ivory, balanced Handles. 
Hfo. 7. — fl'Vencli Cook’s Knife,Fork, 
and Steel.—This is a long (10 in.)”'thin Knife, with 
Pat. Rubber Handle, made of the best steel, and for use 
rather than ornament; and it is really pleasing to see how 
easily it slips through a joint of beef. The fork and steel 
are made is match. It would save many wry faces, and 
perhaps hard words, were it in general use, Made by 
the Meriden Cutlery Co. 
Nios. 8, 9, BO, 11—I*oclc<*4 Msaives. 
—Here's fou the Boys and 41 iris! — These Premiums 
are among the most pleasing and useful that we have ever 
offered. Every boy, and girl too, wants a pocket knife. 
We give them an opportunity to obtain a most valuable 
one for merely a little effort. These knives are made 
by Messrs. Smith & Clark, Bronxvalle, N. 
"¥., whose work is equal to any done in this country or 
Europe. No. 8 is a neat, substantial Knife, with three 
blades and buck-horn handle. No. 0 is a still finer 
article, with four blades and buck-horn handle. No. 10 
is an elegant Knife, with four blades and shell handle. 
No. 11 isaLady’s Pocket Knife, a beautiful article, with 
four blades and shell handle. 
NSo. 13.—Nttoiltnm in Parvo l*oeltet 
%nife.— This is a most attractive as well as useful Pre¬ 
mium. It comprises, in one knife-handle, a large and a 
-jmall blade, a screw-driver, a saw, a strong hook, a nut¬ 
cracker, a brad-awl, a gimlet, a corkscrew, a pointer, a 
slim punch, and, in addition to this, it can be used for 
various other purposes which will at once suggest them¬ 
selves to any smart boy or man. The knives will be 
sent anywhere in our country, post-paid. 
Hfo. 13. — Calie BBsaslcet.— A new pat¬ 
tern, oval-shaped, nicely chased—a very taking, useful, and 
beautiful table ornament. This, with other articles that 
follow, is made by the I.uclus Hitrt Mansifiictnr- 
ing Co., of Nos. 4 and (j Burling Slip, New 
York City, and is warranted by them to be of the 
best triple plate. Mr. Hart, “the veteran Sunday-school 
min,” was engaged in the same place and business for 
nearly a quarter of a century. We have known him and 
his work for many years, and have taken pleasure in com¬ 
mending and guaranteeing its value to boas represented. 
We believe the Company which bears lire name is fully 
sustaining his reputation. The amount of silver upon 
'{dated ware depends wholly upon the will and integrity 
of the manufacturer. We could give nearly as goocl-7oo&- 
ing plated ware for less than half the money. 
Ao. 1-4.—Casters and FruitorCake 
Basket Combined. —This is a new pattern, both 
novel and beautiful. It can be used as large, showy 
Casters, with six cut-glass bottles, or be instantly changed 
into complete Casters, with Call-Bell, and a separate 
Cake or Fruit Basket, with a colored glass dish inside. 
Every one receiving it will be delighted. It is from the 
same makers and of equally good quality as the preceding. 
No. 15.—Revolving Butter Cooler. 
—This is a really good and useful article. It is so ar¬ 
ranged that a very little ice in the holder under the plate 
will keep butter cool and fresh for a long time on the 
table, even in the hottest weather. The cover revolves 
underneath the plate for use, and over for protection. 
The whole is in four pieces, which can all be taken 
apart for washing. From same house as No. 13. 
No. 16.—Card Receiver. — This is a 
beautiful ornament, as well as a useful article. It is finely 
chased and gilt-lined, and, like the three preceding, is 
from the Lucius Burt Manufacturing Co. 
No. 17.—Hint fl*iclcs and Crackers. 
—Here are twelve nut-picks, elegantly chased, of medal¬ 
lion pattern, with two handsome nut-crackers, in a mo¬ 
rocco-covered case. From the same house as No. 13. 
No. 18. -Half- 1> ozeu Napkin 
Kings. —These rings are beautifully chased, ami in a 
inorocco-covered case. From the same house as No. 13. 
No. 19.—One Dozen Teaspoons.— 
Hio. 30.—One Dozen '1'aliIe-Spoons.— 
These are “figured tips,” Olive-leaf Pattern, all of the 
same metal, plating, etc., and from the same makers as 
No. 13. They are far cheaper than anything we have 
found at half the price, and well wortli working for. 
No. 31.—One Dozen Table-Forks. 
—The same description and remarks apply to these as to 
No. 20. We select as premiums only such articles as we 
can warrant in quality and price. All these articles come 
from the Lucius Bart Manufacturing Co. 
No. 33.— Child's Cup.— A beautiful gift 
for the little one-year-old. It is made by the Lucius 
Hart Manufacturing Co. Triple-plated on the 
outside and gilded outlie inside. It never breaks, and 
will last for many years—indeed, be a life keepsake. 
Nos. 33, 34., 35.—Gold Pens : with ever- 
pointed Pencils , in extension, coin-silver cases. —Premium 
No. 23 contains the best No. 4 Gold Pen ; and No. 24 the 
best No. 6 Gold Pen, which is the same style, but larger. 
No. 25 contains No. 7 Gold Pen, in Gold-tipped Ebony 
Holder. Each pen will be sent in a neat leather case by 
mail, post-paid. These pens are made by Geo. F. 
Bawkes, No. 64 Nassau St., and have obtained 
an excellent reputation. We have known the maker 
and his goods for many years, and can recommend them. 
A T o. 36.—Bandies’ IFine 4no!d Pen, 
in Rubber Case, Gold Mounted, with Screw Extension, 
and Gold Ever-pointed Pencil. A beautiful present for a 
lady teacher or friend. Same makers as above. 
Hfos. 37, 38.—JLjadden’s Patent 
Magic Revolving Pencil. —This is a beautiful 
Pocket Pencil, which is extended or closed by pulling or 
pressing the head. They arc made with great care, and 
every Pencil warranted to work perfectly. They are gold- 
plated, and will last for years. We offer two patterns, 
one for ladies, witli ring for chain, at $1.50 each, and one 
of heavier and firmer plate, at $3.50. They are made by 
Luddcu’s Gold P. and P. C. Co., Win. A. 
Luddcn, Agent, 195 Broadway, who has been 
in the business thirty years. 
Hfo. 39. — Amnseite.— We believe in home 
entertainment for both young and old people. Our obser¬ 
vation Is, that the increase of entertaining home games 
is already doing much to keep not only the boys but their 
fathers away from drinking and gambling rooms, anfl 
other places of evening resort not conducive to good 
morals. This premium, the “ Amnsette,” as it is called, 
will afford interest to the older as well as the younger 
members of the family, male and female. It only needs 
a smooth table of any kind covered with a cloth. The 
play with the balls will develop much of ingenuity and 
skill, and give a capital study of the laws of motion, force, 
etc. The price lias been reduced from $10 to $6, and our 
premium will place it in the power of very many to se¬ 
cure tliis additional source of home amusements. The 
Amnsette is supplied by E. B. Ilorsmau, 100 
William Street, N. ST., wiio will send any desired 
circulars giving information. It, packs in small space and 
can be safely sent anywhere by express at small cost. 
JUST PUBLISHED. 
TBE, 
HOOSSER 
SCHOOL-MASTER. 
By EDWARD EGGLESTON. 
Finely Illustrated, with 12 Full-Page 
Engravings on Tinted Paper, 
and Numerous Other 
Cuts. 
This intensely interesting story, which lias appeared as a 
serial in the columns of Hearth and Home, and will he con¬ 
cluded this month, is now issued in elegant book form, 
printed on fine paper, with engravings on tinted paper, and 
bound in extra cloth. It is a truly American Story, and 
will be read with delight by all. 
NOTICES BY THE PRESS. 
Mr. Eggleston’s powerful novel, “ The Hoosier School- 
Master,” increases in interest as it goes on, and contains 
some characters truly original .—Springfield Republican. 
Some passages in it, for lifelike delineation and the sim¬ 
ple, artless beauty which constitute the highest perfection 
of story-writing, are equal to some of the very best passages 
in Dickens .—Religious Telescope. 
Edward Eggleston’s genius for story-telling is now flower¬ 
ing out in “The Hoosier School-Master,” an illustrated 
story, which promises to be of rare interest.— Sunday-School 
limes. 
Edward Eggleston’s story, “ The Hoosier School-Master,” 
affords one of the most graphic and picturesque portrait¬ 
ures of the early frontier life of the West which has ever 
been written. Some of his character sketches are inimita¬ 
ble, and all have an individuality and freshness which stamp 
him as a genuine artist.—A. Y. Evening Mail. 
PRICE, POST-PAID.$1.25. 
Orange Judd &, Co., 
EXIMzESS AMUSEMENT 
FOR 
BOYS AND CrIBiiS. 
CRANDALL’S BUILDING BLOCKS 
furnish a most attractive amusement for children. They are 
very simple in construction, will stand years of children’s 
handling without breaking, and give renewed pleasure daily. 
Fhnrclies, 
A relies, 
ISridg-es, 
Castles, 
Factories, 
CSaairs, 
Ceil ccs, 
Mouses, 
Velocipedes, 
Windmills, 
Tools, 
Sleds, 
Towers, 
Bloxes, 
8Baeds, 
§tcaiui»oats, 
and other forms in almost endless variety, can be built with 
them, and when finished, the structure remains firm, so that 
it can be carried about without falling to pieces. 
The Blocks are put up in neat, strong boxes, and a large 
sheet, giving various designs of buildings, etc., accompanies 
each box. Price: No. 1. $2.00; No. 3, $1.00. Orders from 
the trade will be supplied on liberal terms. Address 
ORANGE JUDD AND COMPANY, 
245 Broadway, New Yoke. 
