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Stacking Hay, which one of the members
had on exhibition,It did its work well
but it was thought the addition of Horse
power, would in no wise impair the efficiency
of the machine.

We next passed through a good
pasture, where we saw some fine
stock grazing, things generally looked
well and crops promising an abundant
harvest, especially the wheat.

The garden showed appearance
of having been properly attended to & a
good show for small fruit & vegetables.

We also noticed a new
carriage house, which added greatly to
many conveniences already on the farm.

After returning to the house
and being refreshed some ice water
the following questions were asked and answered.

1^st How to keep the insects from Bee Hives?
Ans. Split a piece of Elder Stalk and lay
in the bottom of the hive, and they will
deposit the egg in the hollow of it, also
encourage the wrens to build nests near
the hives.

2^nd Where to put Manure this time of year?
Ans. 14 say on grass, 2 Corn Stuble

3^rd When to plow corn stubble for wheat?
Ans 3 say now 10 say later