1892 
THE  RURAL  NEW-YORKER. 
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THE  “  BEST”  LIGHT. 
Mighty  few  things  are  “  best  ”  nowadays, 
but  in  the  Pittsburg  lamp  we  believe  we 
have  found  the  “  best  ”  lamp.  It  certainly 
is  the  best  lamp  we  know  anything  about. 
At  first  we  only  half  believed  the  claims  of 
the  manufacturers.  We  did  not  know  that 
any  kerosene  light  could  be  so  beautifully 
soft  and  strong— a  powerful  light  without 
glare  and  flicker, 
easy  and  delight¬ 
ful  for  tired  eyes. 
Now  we  are  con¬ 
vinced  and  hearti 
ly  indorse  all  the 
claims  so  far  test¬ 
ed.  The  lamp  it¬ 
self  is  a  thing  01 
beauty.  Here  is  a 
picture  of  perhaps 
the  handsomest  of 
the  series.  They 
are  finished  in  sil¬ 
ver,  embossed  and 
highly  ornament¬ 
al.  We  would  be 
glad  to  send  one 
to  every  home  in  the  great  Rural  family, 
and  we  have  arranged  to  furnish  our  sub¬ 
scribers  with  any  of  these  lamps  at  special 
rates.  The  silver  lamp  above  figured,  com¬ 
plete,  with  a  year’s  subscription,  for  $5.50  : 
In  brass,  ditto,  at  $4  50.  Given  also  for  two 
new  subscriptions  and  your  renewal  (three 
in  all)  accompanied  by  $7  total  for  the  sil¬ 
ver  ;  $6  for  the  brass.  Retail  prices  for 
these  lamps  are  considerably  higher.  For 
other  styles  see  special  circular,  which  will 
be  sent  on  application. 
Farmers’  Friend  Alarm  Clock. 
Here  is  one  of  our  special  bargains,  not 
only  because  it  is  so  cheap  considering  the 
quality,  but  also  because  it  Is  an  article 
that  every  house  needs.  It  will  help  a  man 
to  awaken  at  any  hour  of  the  morning 
without  lying  awake  half  the  night  worry¬ 
ing  about  It.  The  purchaser  gets  an  ac¬ 
curate  time  keeper  in  a  handsome  polished 
nickel  case  at  the  same  time  that  he  guards 
against  oversleeping.  This  clock  will  run 
nearly  two  days  with  one  winding.  Every 
clock  is  guaranteed  to  be  just  as  repre¬ 
sented.  Usual  price,  $2  50.  Our  price  with 
a  year's  subscription,  $2  90;  or  given  for 
one  new  subscription  and  $2.50. 
A  Waterproof  Coat. 
All  sensible  people  “  know  enough  to  go 
mtc  the  house  when  it  rains ;  ”  but  some 
of  us  are  unfortunate  enough  to  be  unable 
to  do  so.  When  duty  calls  us  out  into  the 
rain  there  is  nothing  to  do  but  to  go.  But 
there  is  no  sense  in  getting  wet.  For  the 
benefit  of  those  whc 
must  face  the  rain  we 
offer  an  article  that 
will  keep  them  dry 
and  good-natured  and 
suitable  for  any  work. 
We  have  selected  the 
famous  fish  brand  or 
“Slicker”  goods,  be¬ 
cause  they  are  the  best 
for  hard  wear,  each 
garment  being  war¬ 
ranted  in  every  re 
spect.  You  can  build 
iences  or  tear  them  down,  cut  wood,  go 
ishing,  or  do  any  wet  weather  work  in 
these  coats.  Price  ot  the  Slicker,  $3  (black 
or  yellow);  given  for  two  new  subscrip¬ 
tions  and  $4;  with  a  renewal  subscription 
for  £s. 50.  The  ‘  Pommel  Slicker,”  for 
horseback  riding,  $3  50  *lven  for  two  new 
lubscriotions  and  $4.50. 
j  Years  Free. 
NOW  TAKE  PICTURES 
WITH 
THE  KODAK  CAMERA. 
Anybody  can  Work  It. 
A  5-YEARS ’  SUBSCRIPTION  FREE. 
Everybody  has  heard  of  the  famous  and 
efficient  little  Kodak  Camera  with  which 
anybody  can  quickly  learn  how  to  take 
photographs  of  anything  under  the  sun  ; 
landscapes,  babies,  sweethearts,  cousins, 
uncles,  animals,  flowers,  trees,  boats  and 
birds,  etc.  We  have 
arranged  to  offer  tin 
Kodak  in  two  ways; 
as  a  premium  for  20 
new  subscriptions  at 
$2;  and  also  in  our 
list  of  premiums  for 
the  largest  clubs  to 
be  announced  later. 
Price,  $25;  or  given  for  five  subscriptions 
accompanied  1  y  $25. 
dggr  Or  to  each  purchaser  at  $25  we  will 
give  a  5  YEARS’  subscription  to  The 
Rural  New-Yorker.  .JEfl 
Descriptive  circular  of  the  Kodak  will  be 
sent  on  application.  Send  for  ic  and  learn 
whet  a  really  wonderful  little  apparatus 
thib  is. 
Farm,  School  and  Church  Bells. 
Everybody  knows  how  useful  a  good  farm 
bell  is.  It  is  worth  Its  price  to  hear  it  give 
notice  of  a  good  meal.  In  case  ot  fire  or  of  a 
visitation  from  tramps  the  neighborhood 
can  be  easily  alarmed  by  a  brisk  ringing  of 
the  bell.  We  give  a  bell  costing  $5  at  retail 
for  two  new  subscriptions  and  $5 ;  or  with 
a  three  years’  subscription  for  $5  50.  It 
weighs  50  pounds,  and  Is  17  inches  in 
diameter. 
The  No.  24  bell  weighs  150  pounds  or  225 
pounds  with  mountings.  Price,  $25;  we 
offer  for  10  subscriptions  and  $20. 
The  No.  26  weighs  220  pounds  or  325 
pounds  with  mountings.  Price,  $40;  we 
offer  it  for  15  subscriptions  and  $38. 
These  bells  are  first  class  in  every  respect. 
They  are  made  of  an  alloy  of  cast  steel  ^nd 
crystal  metal.  They  are  ot  fine,  clear  tone, 
conveying  sound  from  three  to  four  miles. 
Warranted  for  two  years.  Fifteen  public- 
spirited  men  In  any  district  or  church  so¬ 
ciety  can  form  a  club  for  The  Rural,  and 
thus  secure  a  bell  for  the  church  or  school- 
house. 
The  American  Club  Skate. 
The  chances  are  favorable  for  good  Ice  this 
winter,  and  lots  of  skating.  The  American 
Club  is  well  known  as  one  of  the  best,  has 
no  heel  screws  or  straps,  being  quickly 
fastened  tc  the  foot  by  means  of  clamps 
worked  by  the  catch  on  a  little  lever.  We 
can  furnish  any  one  desired,  but  make  a 
specialty  of  the  nickel  plated  skate,  with 
nickel-plated  steel  blade,  tempered,  and 
with  the  plates  and  clamp,  etc.,  of  crucible 
steel.  Price,  $2.50,  Given  with  one  sub¬ 
scription  and  $3  25;  or  for  two.  new  sub 
scriptions  and  $4. 
Pruning  Shears. 
Every  person  who  grows  fruit  wants  a 
pair  of  these  shears.  You  can  go  to  the 
store  and  pay  $1  for  a  pair  or  you  can  get 
your  neighbor  to  take  The  Rural,  and 
thus  get  a  pair  for  nothing  These  shears 
are,  like  The  Rural- “  all  right !  ”  Price, 
?L  postpaid.  With  a  renewal  subscription 
for  $2  25.  Given  to  any  present  subscriber 
for  a  new  name  and  $2. 
FRENCH  ACHROMATIC  TELESCOPE. 
Few  things  are  more  interesting  or  useful  in  both 
leisure  and  busy  moments  in  the  country  than  a 
good  Telescope,  or  harder  to  find.  We  believe  that 
we  have  in  this  a  thoroughly  good  Telescope  that 
we  can  offer  to  our  subscribers  in  confidence  that  it 
will  give  satisfaction.  When  extended  it  is  over  16 
inches,  and  when  closed  6  1-2  inches  in  length.  On 
a  clear  day  you  can  distinctly  see  the  time  on  a 
tower  clock  three  miles  away.  The  moons  of  Jupi¬ 
ter  can  be  seen  with  it.  The  Telescope  tubes  are 
made  from  heavy  polished  brass  ;  the  body  is  cov¬ 
ered  with  morocco,  making  a  thoroughly  substan¬ 
tial  instrument.  It  is  achromatic  ;  that  is,  does 
not  blur  the  vision  by  a  confusion  of  colors.  Retail 
price,  $4.50.  Price  to  our  subscribers,  sent  prepaid, 
$3.00.  Given  to  any  present  subscriber  for  two  new 
subscriptions  and  $4.00.  Or,  for  $3.50  we  will  send 
the  telescope,  and  extend  your  own  subscription  for 
one  year.  We  test  each  one  before  sending  it  out. 
The  user  must  remember  that  the  tubes  should  he 
pulled  out  full  length,  and  the  adjustment  to  the  eye 
made  only  with  the  section  nearest  the  eye  piece, 
moving  it  out  and  in  as  necessary. 
We  were  disappointed  in  the  results  produced  by  the  $1.00  camera  offered  some  time 
ago,  so  we  take  special  pride  in  offering  the  much  better  “STUDENT”  Camera,  which 
includes  all  the  necessary  apparatus,  chemicals,  etc.,  and  also  a  folding  tripod, 
carrying  satchel  and  shoulder  strap.  For  the  price  it  is  the  simplest,  strongest,  lightest, 
most  compact,  easiest  of  comprehension,  readiest  in  manipulation  and  cheapest  complete 
outfit  that  we  have  ever  seen.  Price,  $2  00,  expressage  prepaid,  if  45  cents  additional  ir: 
sent.  Or  with  a  year’s  subscription  for  $3.00 ;  either  a  new  subscription  may  be  sent,  or 
your  own  will  be  continued  for  a  year  from  the  time  paid  for. 
One  Year’s  Subscription,  $2.00  }  Together  for  omy 
One  Fine  Pocket  Knife,  $1.00  S  $2.25. 
No.  085. — Brass- lined, 
German  Silver  Bolster, 
3uck  Handle ;  made  of 
Fine  Razor  Steel.  The 
Best  T  wo-lllade 
Knife  offered  by  its 
makers.  Just 
the  knife  for  a 
Farmer  or 
Stockman. 
Price  of  knife 
alone,  prepaid, 
$1.  With  one 
year's  subscrip¬ 
tion  to  The  Rural  New-Yorker  only  $2.25.  if  your  subscription  Is  already  paid  for 
1892,  the  paper  may  be  sent  to  »  new  name. 
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3  Years*  Subscription  Free. 
a  Three  Tears’  Subscription  ana  a  Serviceable  Fruit  Drier  for  the  price  of  the  <atter. 
The  U.  S.  Cook  Stove  Fruit  Drier  or  Evaporator. 
Thoroughly  Tested  and  Approved.  Latest,  Cheapest, 
Best.  A  Veritable  Little  Bread-Winner.  Weight,  25 
Pounds.  Can  be  used  on  any  kind  of  Stove.  Dimen¬ 
sions  :  Base :  22x16  inches ;  Height,  26  inches.  Eight 
Galvanized  Wire- Cloth  Trays,  containing  12  square 
feet  of  tray  surface.  No  Extra  Fire.  Always  ready 
for  use.  Its  capacity  is  ample  for  domestic  use.  Up  to 
two  bushels  of  fresh  fruit  per  day.  Price  oi  the  Drier 
alone,  $7.  Price  to  our  subscribers,  together  with  a 
three  years’  subscription,  $7 ;  this  will  pay  your  sub¬ 
scription  for  three  years  from  date  of  expiration  of 
time  already  paid  for.  Or  we  will  give  it  free  to  any 
present  subscriber  who  will  send  us  four  new  subscrip¬ 
tions  and  $8. 
IMPROVED  FOUNTAIN  GOLD  PEN. 
This  is  an  excellent  fountain  pen,  durable,  simple,  perfect.  Never  used  a  fountain 
pen  ?  Then  yon  have  lost  a  good  many  days  hnnting  for  “  something  to  write  with,” 
and  dipping  your  pen  into  the  ink  after  you  found  it.  This  is  a  gold  pen,  and  will  last  a 
lifetime.  The  holder  Is  of  vulcanized  rubber,  and  is  fitted  with  the  finest  quality  of 
diamond- pointed  gold  shading  pen.  It  has  no  springs  or  valves  or  other  delicate  parts  to 
get  out  of  order.  All  you  have  to  do  ir  to  fill  It  and  use  it.  Price,  $2  50,  by  mail  postpaid. 
With  a  renewal  subscription  for  33.50.  Given  for  two  new  subscriptions  and  $4. 
