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Some think cold weather is cause of poor
vegetables.

Cousin Margaret Magruder reported after
treating the road men to cherries, they
sold a one- horse, load for $40.

The question was asked what to do with
a new hot-bed frame in the winter = it
is best to put under cover, but as we
seem to be living in "no man's land"
at present, & tis so hard to get help
with moving such a heavy frame, likely
it will have to stay out of doors.

We were reminded that fruits and vegetables
are wanted from the Friendship House in
Washington, and 'any donations would
be gladly received & they would be col-
lected & sent to the city.

Are peas that go to seed good for soup?
Yes, & they are good for seed & one will
have no trouble in disposing of them.
There are not so many early potatoes
at some places, not many on the vines

We were told late cabbage could be
planted anytime until the 1st of Aug.,
& best varieties are Flat Dutch & Dream
Head Savoy.

Corrie Brooke had onions grown from