i Junius: 
i 82,00 in C'IiiIim of Five or Hoi-e. 
NEW YORK' CITY, 1878 , 
l PREMIUM CIST 
i « ir i- i j ij ic Jvt n: in t 
RURAL NEW-YORKER 
STRONGER THAN EVER 1VITU NEARLY 
THIRTY YEARS OF SUCCESS, 
AND TIIIC REST 
PRACTICAL WRITERS 
ENGAGED FOR THE COMING YEAR. 
Theory and Practice Combined. 
EXPERIMENTAL GROUNDS, COVERING 
EIGHTY-TWO ACRES, 
Owned and operated by The Rural. 
all novelties are tested, and impar¬ 
tial REPORTS PRINTED IN 
THE RURAL. 
THE MOST DESIRABLE PLANTS AND SEEDS 
DISTRIBUTED AMONG SUBSCRIBERS 
FROM TIME TO TIME. 
NO SIMILAR ADVANTAGES CONTROLLED BY 
ANY OTHER PAPER IN THE 
COUNTRY. 
FINE LITERARY FEATURES, EMBRACING 
CHOICE STORIES, POETRY, Etc. 
FULLY ILLUSTRATED. 
THE RURAL NEW-YORKER 
Has advanced Its standard of excellence, until to¬ 
day It may be truthfully said It has 
NO PEER IN ITS CLASS. 
It Is the earnest endeavor of the conductors of 
this Journal to keep It ever In the trout rank, and 
abreast of the leading thought of the day. 
No man can farm successfully if guided solely 
by tradition; therefore he should read 
A GOOX> PAPERI 
Tub Rural Is a 16-page Journal, printed with 
clear type on nne white paper. Four-page Sup¬ 
plements Issued from time to time. 
It appeals to 
THE PARMER—Because 
It Is the authority on every brunch of Agri¬ 
culture, Horticulture, ffic., fully discussing 
all matters pertaining to the farmer’s voca¬ 
tion—neld culture, farm economy, fertil¬ 
izers, machinery and Implements, stock 
breeding, grazing, dairying, fruit growing, 
gardening, and indeed every topic connected 
with soil culture. Its column of “ Answers 
lo Correspondents” is an education of Itself 
In practical ana useful Information. 
THE HORTICULTURIST-Because 
It treats, ably and practically, upon all branches 
of Horticulture—the propagation and cult¬ 
ure of Fruits, Flowers and Vegetables re¬ 
ceiving special attention - and keeps Its 
readers* advised of all new discoveries and 
Improvements. New fruits, plants, flowers, 
etc., aro illustrated and described, as they 
are Introduced, and all novelties In varie¬ 
ties, culture or management duly chroni¬ 
cled. Because Its Experimental Grounds, 
covering 82 acres, give it advantages pos¬ 
sessed by no other Journal. Its free distri¬ 
bution nr valuable new plants and seeds Is 
a great feature. 
THE STOCX GROWER—Because 
Its Departments entitled Herdsman, Horseman, 
Sheep Husbandry. Dairy Husbandry, Poul¬ 
try-Yard, Swlne-llerd, Ac., embrace a vast 
amount of timely and useful Information 
especially adapted to the wants of breeders 
and keepers of domestic animals. 
THE HOUSEHOLD—Because 
its Domestic Economy Department contains a 
great variety of valuable Recipes, &c., with 
useful hints and suggestions In every branch 
of housekeeping, wnlielts •* Modes and Man¬ 
ners," “ Ladies' Portfolio,” *• Hygienic Infor¬ 
mation," “ Scientific and Userui" and “ Ed¬ 
ucational" Departments Impart, a wealth of 
Information and Instruction nowhere else 
procurable In any single paper. Its column 
of “Sabbath Reading” Is unrivaled. Its 
Stories and .Miscellany are alone worth the 
price of the paper. 
THE GIRLS ANT BOYS—Because 
for their Instruction, entertainment and 
I amusement. The “ Letters from Boys and 
Girls" area popular feature, while pleasant 
L poems, sketches, rebuses, problems, etc., 
add to the interest and amusement. 
, EVERY ONE—Because 
There Is no paper of such large variety In sub¬ 
jects so ably treated and so cheap. 
Thk Rural Is the best, paper f It earnestly and 
intelligently alms to promote the best Interests— 
mental, moral, physical and financial—of the en¬ 
tire Rural Population. 11 combines what. Is usually 
given In half a dozen or more Journals—furnish¬ 
ing In one an Agricultural, Horticultural, stock 
Growing, Domestic and Fashion, Literary and 
Family Newspaper, adapted to thB producing 
classes of the whole country. 
In addition to tho 
REGULAR CONTRIBUTORS 
who comprise some of the moat practical writers 
on the Agricultural Proas, we will print, by special 
arrangement during the year, articles from the 
pens of the following 
DISTINGUISHED WRITERS. 
„ , LEVI STOCK BRIDGEI, 
rroressor of Asnc'iiltiire. Mamiehusetta Agricult¬ 
ural College. 
JAMES CALDER, l>. I>„ 
President State College. Center Co.. Pa. 
_ 8. M. TRA< V. 
Professor of Agriculture, University of tho State of 
Missouri. 
_ I. P. ROBERTS. 
Professor of Agriculture, Cornell University, Ithaca, 
Now \ork. 
WILLIAM JAMES BEAL, M. A.. M. 8.. 
Professor of Botany atul Horticulture, State Agr¬ 
icultural College, Lansing, Midi. 
„ KLBUIDGE GAT.K, 
Professor of Botany and Practical Horticulture, 
State Agricultural College, Manhattan, 
Kansas, 
JOHN HUSSEY, A. M„ Pli D., 
Professor of Natural History. Purdue University, 
La Fjyetto, Indiana. 
C. 8. SARGENT. A. B., 
Director of the Arnold Arboretum and ti e Botanic 
Garden, Harvard University, Cmibiidge, 
Mass. 
GEORGE K. MORROW. 
Professor of Agriculture, Illinois University, 
Urtmna. 
„ JOHN M. GREGORY, 
Regent and Professor of Philosophy and History, 
Illinois Industrial University, Urhana. 
llON. A. S. W HI.OH, 
President Iowa State Agricultural College, Ames. 
JOHN B. BOWMAN, LL. D.. 
Regent of Kentucky University, Lexington. 
TIIOMA8 .1. BURRILL. 
Professor of Boluny and Horticulture, Iliinois In¬ 
dustrial University, llrbana. 
ALBERT ,J. COOK* M. S„ 
I rofessor of Zoology and Entomology, State Agri¬ 
cultural College. Lansing. Michigan. 
their quality. As lias always boon our custom, 
wo give, this season, a variety of articles that 
are intrinsically the most valuable of their kind, 
and scale tho prices so low in proportion to the 
worth of the articles that they should, and do 
appeal strongly both to agents who canvass for 
subscriptions for profit, and individuals who de- 
sire the premiums because they are objects 
worthy of possession. An agent who gains a 
premium has value received that can ho con¬ 
verted into cash at a. profit at once, while, ns 
articles of use or adornment, they yot maintain 
their pre-eminence as the very bout of their 
kind in the market. It cannot, therefore, bo 
considered boasting when we claim that in no 
other way may articles of a similar value be ob¬ 
tained at so small an outlay of labor. 
1 ho cash expenditure is, of course, nothing. 
Moreover, we earnestly invite a comparison with 
lists issnod by other publishers, in respect to 
the number, quality, usefulness and price of the 
articlos, and particularly, the number of subscri¬ 
bers it is necessary to send to earn a choice. We 
waive bombast, and confine ourselves to a strict 
business statement. All we insist npon is a fair 
consideration of our claims, feeling sure that 
the rewaids offered not only richly compensate 
the workers, but arc in advance of inducements 
from any other quarter. 
> on. l A 2. Never before, we believe, has 
a 30-inch Wheeler A Melick Thresher been offer¬ 
ed by a paper as a premium. Tho two-horse 
| power is a nseful adjunct. These machines are 
too well known to need explanation. 
No. 5.— Our Agricultural Implement pre¬ 
miums have been so popular with agents that 
we offer this year, Bradley's No. 2 American 
Harvester. It is a superb machine. 
No. •*.—The Champion Grain Drill is cer¬ 
tainly worth an extra effort. Active canvassers 
in populous districts can secure a club of 125 in 
one week, at the most. 
>©. 5.— Bradley's New Changeable Speed 
Mower, has covered itself with glory in the field 
trials the past season, and for 225 subscribers, 
a man can secure a machine of which he may bo 
proud. 
.\o. «. -Halladay's Wind Mill (10-foot size) 
is a new departure. Now that these powers are 
becoming so popular, it is a rare chance to be 
able to secure one for 175 subscribers. 
It gives, In Its “Reading for the Young" and 
“ The Puzzler,” just what Is adapted to the 
wants and circumstances of the juniors— 
these <l£fpartmenta being specially prepared 
cultural College, Lansing, Michigan. 
A WILLIAM FALCONER, 
Of the Botanic Garden, Harvard University, Cam¬ 
bridge, Muss. 
„ . M. H. BOCKHAM. A. M„ 
I resident University of Vernmnt, Burlington. 
CHARLES I,. 1NGKRSOLL. 
Foreman o; ihe Farm. State Agricultural College 
Lansing, Michigan. 
„ J. D. WARFIELD, A. M„ 
Professor of English Literature, Mental Science and 
History, Maryland Agricultural College. 
JOHN A. ANDERSON, A M., 
President of Kansas Stale Agricultural College, 
Manhattan. 
The scope of The Rural is not confined to 
one locality, but Its Influence and teachings are 
applicable 
TO FARMEKS OF EVERY SECTION 
of the country. 
TERMS: 
Single Subscription Price, 1 Year *2 .50 
“ “ ft Month*.. 1 30 
“ “ 3 “ ... 05 
PRICKS: 
lu clubs of 5 or more, 1 Year. s 4 OO 
“ « 3 T is 
You are Invited to become an Agent and send 
us a club. Specimen Copies and Posters on appli¬ 
cation. Address everything, 
RURAL PUBLISHING CO,, 
78 Duane St. f New York. 
OUR PREMIUMS. 
Below we give the description of premium 
articles that are tabulated on the back of this 
page. Space confines us to a bare statement of 
>o. 7.— Perry's N. Y. Hay Tedder has been 
greatly improved recently, and is even nearer 
perfection than formerly. Nothing more could 
be said. Only 105 subscribers, at olub rates, will 
secure it. 
IVt. H.— The “ Champion" Milk Pans aro 
among the best made. This set has a capacity 
of 20 cows. It is worth a great effort. 
^b• The Osborn Sulky Plow attachment 
is a recent improvement of importance. With 
this attachment any plow can be used, thus 
utilizing tho ordinary right hand plow, and con¬ 
verting it into a « sulky.” This plow attachment 
is offered by no other paper. 
Now. IO, 11 Ac 12— Are three styles of 
the well known Taylor hake. Those rakes are 
adapted to every section of the country. The 
workmanship and materia! are of tho best. Teeth 
are oil-tempered. The " Self Dump” is what its 
name implies, und is a great favorito in the 
\S est The Drop-Tooth is a favorite farther 
East, but the “ Old Reliable” is popular every¬ 
where, including Europe. It will be seen that 
but a small club is required to secure either. 
1 Given a Pulverizing Harrow, such 
as Randall’s, how long would it take to secure 
only 43 subscribers, at $2 each ? 
.>«*. It <V 1 5.— Tho “Charter Oak” 
Lawn Mowers are in tho first rank. We offer 
two sizeB, a Lawn and a Croquet Mower. 
1Charter Oak Swivel Plow. This 
class of plow is growing in favor. It is reversi¬ 
ble, and is adapted to general work. For a plow 
whose cost is $19, a olub of 25 Is certainly a bar¬ 
gain. 
!>'©. 17.— We offer the Oliver Chilled Plow 
for 25 subscribers. Farmers who covet one of 
these plows, should work earnestly. It will never 
be regretted. 
11 • 1*.—Holbrook’s Regulator Seed Drill 
H is offered for a club of 23. This little implement 
L isau acquisition on anyplace, be it nevor so small. 
I 0 ! No. II# Is Gaboon's Broad Cast Seed Sow- 
er - A club of 17 takes it. 
3- No. 2*#.—Tlio Rectangular Churn is sold for 
;a *'«. Say a man gets 15 subscribers to the Rural. 
a ' vlj y. then lie will get a good paper and a good 
churn. None better. 
a Now. 21, 22, 25 ,V 24.— We wish to 
n call special attention to this offer of watches, 
r Liberal as has been our former Lists, wo Btir- 
o pass ourselves in this instance, and in doing that, 
o we simply distance competitors (compare all the 
*- 1 Ternium I lists that come to you). These watch¬ 
es aro the celebrated make, Borel A, Cuurvoisier, 
Neuchatol, Switzerland, wbi.h were awarded a 
i medal and diploma at the Centennial. They are 
> fitted according to price. Tho silver watches aro 
a 13-hole, ruby-jeweled, ebronomotor balance, 
- uiokle-movcmcnt, Brequet hair-spring, tempered 
s IU1< 1 hardened. Tho gold watches are as perfect 
t as the most skillful workmanship can make them. 
r Agents should particularly note how wo offer 
t them. As a simple business transaction, leaving 
j out the desirability of the watch as an accurate 
i timepiece, where can you work to the same au- 
vantage and profit ? 
No. 25— Is a very nice house clock which 
, keeps accurate time, and can he secured by sond- 
. ing in 5 subscribers. 
HO Hi. \Ve here offer 2i premiums 
of silver plated ware, which range from clubs of 
GO down to 8, and comprise articles that must 
appeal to the tastes of all. The entire list will 
i repay careful attention. It contains elegant 
Christmas and Birthday presents, and as the 
ware is the most superior double and triple plate, 
made by manufacturers who have a very high 
reputation, we recommend special efforts to gain 
these beautiful articles. 
.Now. 17- 52.— The products of the Meriden 
Cutlery Cy. have a national reputation. It will 
be seen that we have sealed the dubs very low. 
and it may truly be said they are bargains. 
No*. 55 54 —Are tho popular Weed 
Sewing Machines. 
No. 55. Franz A Pope’s Knitting Machine 
is one of tho best made. A club of 40' at $2, 
secures one. 
Non. 50 At 57. Is a choice of two Wring¬ 
ers, one more elaborate than the other. A club 
of 15 or 20 will secure either. 
No. 5N.— Calkin’s Washer. This should be 
in every house. 
Nos. 51# *V OO. —Remington’s Arms are 
the best made, and the two rifles offered in the 
list are models of excellent workmanship. 
No. 01.— Is a double-barrel English Twist 
Shot Gun. 
No. 02. —Is a Revolver of a new model, 
that is a little gem—and as effective as hand- 
somo. A club of 12 names can be secured easily 
among acquaintances. 
No. 05.— Maokio & Co.’s Patent Bell Treble 
Tiano was made expressly for the Bubal New- 
Yoiikj.ii, and for excellence and purity of toue, 
workmanship, etc., cannot be improved. 
No. 04.—This Imported French Musio Box 
is beautifully finished and plays six airs from ns 
many operas. If, will make a beautiful and tune¬ 
ful ornament in t he household. 
No. 05.—Isa smaller Music Box, inlaid case 
and plays two airs. While it is a delightful little 
instrument, it is not to he compared with No. 64. 
No. OO.— Imported German Accordion, 10 
keys, single reeds and large trumpets in key¬ 
board. Its tone is powerful, clear and limpid. 
Well worth tho slight effort required to gain it. 
No. 07. -A Novelty Printing Press for 50 
subscribers ! Boys, form a stock company, and 
decide to publish an amateur paper. Here is an 
opportunity to get your press for nothing. 
Now. 7 <». —We give a choice of three of 
the Buffalo KjuIc Co.'s superior standard scales, 
adapted to tho farmer, merchant and family. 
We commend them to agents, and particularly 
do we call attention to the terms on which tin y 
are offered. 
