Bark Louse286of Tulip Tree286Bee Enemies286,293Berlepsch284Debeauvoys' Hive282Della Rocca283Dzierzon283Dzierzon Hive283Fossil Honey Comb301figures of301,302Grecian Hives278Harbison Hive284History of Movable Frames278Hives278Berlepsch284Debeauvoys282Della Rocca283Dzierzon283Harbison284Huber278Langstroth283Munn279figures of279,280Schirach283Schmidt281Shaw282Insects286,293Laphria thoracica300Lecanium tulipiferæ286Mallophora bomboides297Mallophora orcina297Phymata erosa293Japan Medlar293Kleine281Langstroth Hive283Laphria thoracica300Lecanium tulipiferæ286figure of288Mallophora bomboides297" orcina297Motherwort289figures of289,290,291Munn Hive279figures of279,280Phymata erosa293figures of294,295,296Plants289Japan medlar293Motherwort289Sour-wood293Réaumur278Schmidt's Hive281Schirach's hive283Shaw's Hive282Sourwood292figure of292Southern Bee-killers297figures of297,298Stinging Bug293figures of294,295,296Swammerdam278Triangular Hive280figure of280
COOK'S NEW MANUAL OF THE APIARY.
NOTICES BY THE PRESS.
Needs no recommendation—recommends itself.—Western Rural, Chicago.
This work is exceedingly valuable—indeed indispensable to apiarists.—Voice of Masonry.
Treating the art in all its different branches in a clear, concise and interesting manner.—The Canadian Entomologist.
It is the fullest, most practical, and most satisfactory treatise on the subject now before the public.—Country Gentleman.
It contains the latest developments of science connected with bee-culture and honey production.—Chicago Evening Journal.
It contains the latest scientific discoveries in apiarian management and bee-keeping apparatus.—Prairie Farmer, Chicago.
The latest, fullest, most practical and satisfactory treatise on the subject, now before the public.—Lambton, (Canada)Advocate.
Every point connected with the subject is handled in a clear, exhaustive, yet pithy and practical manner.—Rural New Yorker.
It is both a practical and scientific discussion, and nothing that could interest the bee-raiser is left unsaid.—Chicago Inter-Ocean.
The most thorough work on the apiary ever published, and the only one illustrating the various bee plants.—Lansing(Mich.)Republican.
Prof. Cook is an entomologist, a botanist, a ready writer, a passionate lover of the honey-bee, and his new work savors of all these qualities.—Standard, New Bedford, Mass.
I feel like thanking God that we have such a man as Prof. Cook to take hold of the subject of bee-culture in the masterly way in which he has done it.—Gleanings in Bee Culture.
It is a book which does credit to our calling; one that every bee-keeper may welcome as a fit exponent of the science which gives pleasure to all who are engaged in it.—American Bee Journal.
The honey-bee comes with the perfume of summer flowers, and one of its best friends, A. J. Cook, has written its history and habits in a handsomely illustrated volume.—American Poultry Journal.
It is just what might have been expected from the distinguished author—a work acceptable to the ordinary bee-man, and a delight to the student of scientific apiculture.—Bee Keepers' Magazine.
Cook's new "Manual of the Apiary," comes with high encomiums from America; and certainly it appears to have cut the ground from under future book makers, for some time to come.—British Bee Journal.
It is the most complete and practical treatise on bee-culture in Europe or America. The arrangement is successive, and every topic is lucidly treated in the Professor's blithesome, light-hearted, pithy, suggestive style.—Post and Tribune, Detroit, Mich.
The typography and general execution of the work is handsome and neat, and altogether we have a work that may be safely recommended as the Manual of the Apiarist—the book, par excellence, to which all may revert with both pleasure and profit, for instruction in the management of the apiary.—Michigan Farmer.
It must rank with Henderson's manuals, and share with them the praise of being an indispensable adjunct to every specialist's library. It is a scientific, practical book, a book of "how to do" and "why to do," tersely written, yet fully expressed; a book to the credit of American literature.—Scientific Farmer, Boston.
It is printed in the best style of the art, on fine book paper and superbly illustrated. Price, bound in cloth,$1.25;in paper,$1.00,postpaid. Per dozen: cloth, $12.00; paper, $9.50.
THOMAS G. NEWMAN & SON, Publishers,
972 and 974 West Madison Street, CHICAGO.
THE AMERICAN BEE JOURNAL,
Is an elegant fifty-two paged Illustrated Monthly,
DEVOTED EXCLUSIVELY TO BEE-CULTURE,
At $1.50 per annum, in advance; Sample Copy. 10c.
Capt. J. E. Hetherington Cherry Valley, N. Y., says: The readers of the AMERICAN BEE JOURNAL and itsPresent management are, I think, fit Subjects for congratulation. You certainly give us a good paper, and none ofus hesitate to recommend it to the extent of saying that no bee-keeper, great or small, can afford to do without it.
I find the Bee Journal an excellent companion and adviser.—L. M. Wainwright, Noblesville, Ind.
The Bee Journal is the largest and best bee paper published.—D. L. Franklin, Boone Co., N. Y.
It has saved me $56.25 in hives alone, to say nothing of the other information.—R. Matthews, Pontiac, Ill.
You have worked up the American Bee Journal almost to perfection.—Orion Siggins, West Hickory, Pa.
I would not do without the American Bee Journal for three times its price.—J. E. Kearns, Waterloo, Pa.
I have learned more from it, of how to handle bees, than from all other sources.—R. Corbett, Malden, Ill.
I consider the Bee Journal thebestbee publication—having read them all.—J. E. Hunter, Jones Co., Iowa.
The Journal grows better every month. No bee man should be without it.—John Barfoot, New Canton, Ill.
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THE AMERICAN BEE JOURNALAPPRECIATIVE NOTICES.It is the most valuable publication on bee-culture in America.—Sun, Anoka, Minn.It is authority in all matters pertaining to bee-culture.—Republican, Mason City, Iowa.It stands at the head of American publications devoted to bee-culture.—Patriot, Springfield, Mo.It is a complete guide to those interested in bee-culture.—Everybody's Ledger, Lewiston, Pa.It is most valuable, and will always find a hearty welcome in every apiary.—Herald, Los Angeles, Cal.TheAmerican Bee Journal; is a publication of great value to all honey producers.—Daily News, Danville, Va.We recommend theAmerican Bee Journal, as the ablest bee paper in the United States.—Farmers' Home Journal.It is progressive, interesting and valuable to every one who keeps bees, and is ably edited.—Agriculturist, Quincy, Ill.It is full of useful suggestions and instructive articles to every one interested in honey producing.—Democrat, Allegan, Mich.It is full to overflowing with matters pertaining to the successful management of the little honey producers—a thoroughly live periodical.—Standard, New Bedford, Mass.TheJournalsurpasses itself; each issue improves upon the last, in the bright, cheerful appearance and instructive influence of its whole composition.—W. Williamson, Lexington, Ky.TheAmerican Bee Journalis increasing in influence with each number. It is a valuable auxiliary to the bee-keeper, and should be taken and read by all interested in bee-culture.—Standard, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.I hail the coming of theBee Journalwith joy. It is the greatest light we have on bee-culture, bringing ideas, not only from the editor, but from all the other experienced bee men of the land.—L. A. Taber, Holyoke, Mass.In its department of journalism, theAmerican Bee Journalstands without a rival. Devoted exclusively to bee-culture and the production of pure honey, its columns are filled with such matter as a keeper of bees can read and profit by. Its table of contents is as full as it is interesting.—Gazette, Lewiston, Pa.TheAmerican Bee Journalought to be taken by all bee-keepers; it is neatly printed and replete in useful information about bees and honey. It fully describes the habits of those busy extractors of sweets from flowers and herbs, whose products, with the yield from our cows, makes our land literally flow with "milk and honey."—Maryland Farmer.TheBee Journalis pre-eminently above all its competitors. It is full of fire, enterprise and vim; it discusses the various questions pertaining to bee-culture with spirit and energetic thought; it is an honor to its Editor and to the interest which sustains it. It has no individual axe to grind, but is the fearless champion of all that is useful and good; steadfast, unwavering, honest; never vacillating or swerving; but true, as the needle to the pole, to the interest of bee-keepers. It should be supported by every one interested in bees or honey.—American Grocer.THOMAS G. NEWMAN & SON, Publishers,972 and 974 West Madison St., CHICAGO.
THE AMERICAN BEE JOURNAL
APPRECIATIVE NOTICES.
It is the most valuable publication on bee-culture in America.—Sun, Anoka, Minn.
It is authority in all matters pertaining to bee-culture.—Republican, Mason City, Iowa.
It stands at the head of American publications devoted to bee-culture.—Patriot, Springfield, Mo.
It is a complete guide to those interested in bee-culture.—Everybody's Ledger, Lewiston, Pa.
It is most valuable, and will always find a hearty welcome in every apiary.—Herald, Los Angeles, Cal.
TheAmerican Bee Journal; is a publication of great value to all honey producers.—Daily News, Danville, Va.
We recommend theAmerican Bee Journal, as the ablest bee paper in the United States.—Farmers' Home Journal.
It is progressive, interesting and valuable to every one who keeps bees, and is ably edited.—Agriculturist, Quincy, Ill.
It is full of useful suggestions and instructive articles to every one interested in honey producing.—Democrat, Allegan, Mich.
It is full to overflowing with matters pertaining to the successful management of the little honey producers—a thoroughly live periodical.—Standard, New Bedford, Mass.
TheJournalsurpasses itself; each issue improves upon the last, in the bright, cheerful appearance and instructive influence of its whole composition.—W. Williamson, Lexington, Ky.
TheAmerican Bee Journalis increasing in influence with each number. It is a valuable auxiliary to the bee-keeper, and should be taken and read by all interested in bee-culture.—Standard, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
I hail the coming of theBee Journalwith joy. It is the greatest light we have on bee-culture, bringing ideas, not only from the editor, but from all the other experienced bee men of the land.—L. A. Taber, Holyoke, Mass.
In its department of journalism, theAmerican Bee Journalstands without a rival. Devoted exclusively to bee-culture and the production of pure honey, its columns are filled with such matter as a keeper of bees can read and profit by. Its table of contents is as full as it is interesting.—Gazette, Lewiston, Pa.
TheAmerican Bee Journalought to be taken by all bee-keepers; it is neatly printed and replete in useful information about bees and honey. It fully describes the habits of those busy extractors of sweets from flowers and herbs, whose products, with the yield from our cows, makes our land literally flow with "milk and honey."—Maryland Farmer.
TheBee Journalis pre-eminently above all its competitors. It is full of fire, enterprise and vim; it discusses the various questions pertaining to bee-culture with spirit and energetic thought; it is an honor to its Editor and to the interest which sustains it. It has no individual axe to grind, but is the fearless champion of all that is useful and good; steadfast, unwavering, honest; never vacillating or swerving; but true, as the needle to the pole, to the interest of bee-keepers. It should be supported by every one interested in bees or honey.—American Grocer.
THOMAS G. NEWMAN & SON, Publishers,
972 and 974 West Madison St., CHICAGO.
Ha! Ha! Ha! Just What I Want!
Bingham Smoker
The Michigan Bee-Keepers' Association, having all the Smokers before it, "pronounced Bingham's Patent Smoker the best."
J P Moore, of Binghamton, New York, after using one some time, said: "My Smoker troubles are all over, and the bee-keepers owe you a debt of gratitude."
Professor Cook, of Michigan Agricultural College, says: "It is the best in the market."
R. M. Argo, Lowell, Kentucky, says: "It is all that any bee-keeper could desire."
Paul L. Viallon, Bayou Goula, Louisiana, writes, April 6th, 1878: "Your Smokers are far superior to any ever invented; and we bee-keepers owe you a vote of thanks for your Ingenious invention. Many may try to improve on yours, but I am positive none will make a better one."
This is the first and only bellows Smoker ever made which would burn stove-wood. It burns anything combustible, and needs no care except to be refilled once in one or two hours. Works easy, and will throw a stream of smoke ten feet. It will not go out or wear out. It will save time, stings and money, and perhaps a valuable horse.
The inventor is the only party having a right to manufacture said Smoker, and it is safe to buy of him.
Address,T. F. BINGHAM, Otsego, Allegan Co., Mich.
BINGHAM & HETHERINGTON'S HONEY KNIFE.
B & H Honey Knife
These knives are peculiarly constructed, and of the best steel, finish and temper. To secure the credit of our invention and enable us to furnish them cheaply, and of standard excellence to bee-keepers, we have had them patented.
In use, if the combs are held upright the caps are carried away from the combs so they never touch them after being cut off. If the combs are laid on a table to uncap, the movable cap-catcher gathers the wide sheet of caps in a roll, and easily carries all that the largest combs contain without dropping one upon the comb after being cut off. The blade is two inches wide; but as only the edge rests on the combs, they uncap the most delicate combs without tearing, and work as easily as if only one-fourth inch wide.
Sent singly, per express, for$1.00,With Movable Cap-catcher,$1.25.
As knives are not carried in the mail, we make 10 per cent, reduction fromregular retail ratesto clubs and others who send the money for three or more, to be sent in one package. [Finger] Send for circular. Address,
BINGHAM & HETHERINGTON'S,Otsego, Mich.
Lansing, Mich., Feb. 11, 1879.—After a thorough trial of your honey knife here at the College, we pronounce it decidedly superior to any other that we have used, though we have several of the principal knives made in the United States.
A. J. Cook.
Middlefield, N. Y., Jan. 8, 1879.—I have been using your two-inch uncapping knife the past season. For rapidity and ease in operating, they far excel any knife I have ever used. Its shape and beveled edges make it perfect for uncapping uneven and crooked combs. It works equally well with either right or left stroke. We uncapped hundreds of combs in piece boxes, and both my associates and myself have come to the conclusion that they facilitate the labor fully one-half, and are perfection itself, leaving nothing to be desired.
A. G. Murphy.
Cherry Valley, N. Y., Jan. 5, 1879.—I received the knives all right, and on account of their superiority I feel that you, and bee-keepers as well, are entitled to a report on them. For my own use I much prefer them to any knife I have ever uncapped with, for the reason that I can uncap much more honey. A better test is in the hands of three or four of my men who used them for several consecutive days, and without exception pronounced them the best knives I owned. One even went so far as to insist that he could uncap one-third; faster than with any other knife I had, and when uncapping prize boxes he satisfactorily demonstrated it. You may send me half a dozen for my own apiaries.
J. E. Hetherington.
The Michigan Bee-Keepers' Association especially recommends the Bingham & Hetherington Honey Knife and the Bingham Smoker.
Muth's All-Metal Honey Extractor.
Patented Sept. 24th, 1878.
Every bee-keeper is aware of the advantages afforded by a judicious use of the Honey Extractor. The inventions of the movable comb frames by Rev. L. L. Langstroth, and that of the Honey Extractor by Major v. Hruschka, are the greatest achievements in the apiary. They have made it possible to multiply our practical results tenfold, and to put a system to bee-culture.
Quite a number of different styles of extractors have been made since their first invention, about 10 or 12 years ago. Mine differs from others by the slanting sides of the comb basket, arranged above a receptacle for honey in the same tin can, and with a substantial gearing which requires not more than the strength of a child to work the machine all day with ease; frames of different sizes, but smaller than the comb-basket, and pieces of comb without a frame, are placed against the slanting sides, and without being fastened, emptied of their contents completely, and, to the uninitiated, in an incredulous short time.
The cells having a downward tendency, empty more readily, both in top and bottom of frames, than when in a vertical position, as every practical test will show, and the flying of honey, in the shape of a fine spray, over the top of the can is prevented.
There is a receptacle for 60 lbs. or more of honey in the extractor, according to the depth of the comb-basket, which can be made of any size desired—for instance, for Langstroth's and Quinby's frames, the comb-basket is 18½ inches deep, and the receiver holds about 65 lbs. of honey. If the American frame is the largest to be extracted, the comb-basket is only 12 inches deep, while the extractor holds about 140 lbs. of honey before it touches the revolving basket and needs to be drawn off by the iron faucet at the bottom.
My standard size of comb-basket is 12¼ × 18½ inches, and admits the Langstroth, Quinby and American frames. When ordering, please state the largest size of frames used.
When, after the honey season, a number of small frames are unfinished, six of them can be piled against each side of the comb-basket for extraction; or, short comb-holders, which are sent with each Extractor, may be hung on each side, and only four sections emptied at one time.
Extracting two large frames at one time is much the handiest arrangement, and generally satisfies the most ambitious; but the Extractor can be made large enough to hold four frames, at an additional cost of $2.50. A close-fitting cover keeps dust, flies and bees out when extracting is over. I was obliged to cover my improvement with a patent, merely to protect my interest.
My Extractor is second to none for all practical purposes, and one of the cheapest in the market in consideration of material and workmanship.
Muth's Uncapping Knife,
Muth Knife
IS THIN-BLADED, OF THE BEST STEEL, HANDY FOR THE PURPOSES INTENDED AND CHEAP.
PRICE FOR EXTRACTOR AND KNIFE, $12.00.
For further particulars, address
C. F. MUTH,Cincinnati, O.
BARNES' PATENT
FOOT-POWER MACHINERY.
Fifteen Different Machines,
With which Builders, Cabinet Makers, Wagon Makers, and Jobbers in Miscellaneous work, can compete as toQualityandPricewith steam-power machinery.
WILL SEND MACHINES ON TRIAL IF DESIRED.
Every Bee-Keeper should have an outfit from these Machines for hive-making.
We give the following letter from Mr. W. P. Hogarty, of Wyandotte, Kans., to show their usefulness. He says: "If any criticise your circular saw, you can tell them I use it, and with one hand, made all my bee hives for ninety-five stands of bees, including frames and section brace, and I feel perfectly able to do the work for one hundred and fifty stands." * * * "In order that you may know the amount of work on each of my hives, will say, they are two feet long, by two feet high, by about two feet wide. They are double walled and double bottomed, with two inch intervening; and in addition to the nine frames, there are fifteen cases, each case containing two honey boxes and two division boards, and three boxes to contain chaff for winter protection. You will see there is an immense amount of sawing to be done, but I have found your saw equal to the task required of it."
We will send our illustrated catalogue FREE on application. Say where you read this, and address
W. F. & JOHN BARNES,
Rockford, Winnebago Co., Ill.
NEW LANGSTROTH BEE HIVE,
WITH MANIPULATING SIDE.
This Improvement in the old Langstroth Hive Is exceedingly valuable, as it allows the closest watching of a colony with the greatest ease and comfort. By turning the thumb-screw (L) and opening the movable side (which takes but an instant), frames can be examined, by removing the loose side-board (M), the bottom-board may be cleaned—giving the advantages claimed for a loose bottom-board, without its disadvantages.
This Hive is a combination the Langstroth Hive and North Star Hive—as pated June 5, 1877—and, no doubt, will gain universal approbation as soon as its advantages are known.
The New Langstroth hive is peculiarly adapted for the production of comb honey—its Honey Rack is the best in use, and is adapted to the use of the Prize Boxes. It holds 18 Prize Boxes, with the separators between them, marked B B in the cut. The wedge (A) holds all with a vise-like grasp. The outer boxes are glassed as they stand on the hive (C C C). By removing the wedge (A) any box may be instantly removed, examined, returned, or replaced by an empty one—the spaces between the rows readily admitting the fingers for that purpose.
SAMPLE NEW LANGSTROTH HIVE—Nailed, Not Painted.
No. 1.—Brood Chamber, 10 frames, portico, 7½-inch cap—no surplus arrangement
No. 2.—Same as No. 1, with Comb-Honey Back, complete, same as shown by the above cuts
No. 3.—Same as No. 1, but having 20 frames, and Comb-Honey Back—a complete 3-story hive
No. 4.—Brood Chamber, 10 frames, and 7-inch story, with 7 cases containing Prize Boxes and tin Separators, for surplus Honey, with 2-inch cap
No. 5.—Same as No. 4—but having 10 extra frames—a complete 3-story hive
No. 6.—Brood Chamber, with 10 extra frames, for extracting, and 2-inch cap
MATERIAL FOR NEW LANGSTROTH HIVES.
CUT, READY TO NAIL-(14⅛ × 18⅜ inches inside).
MATERIAL FOR LANGSTROTH FRAMES.
CUT, READY TO NAIL—(9⅛ × 17⅝ inches outside).
For sale at wholesale and retail. Address
SPERRY & CHANDLER, 974 W. Madison St., CHICAGO,
Or at the AMERICAN BEE JOURNAL OFFICE.
Modest Bee HivePRICES TO SUIT THE TIMES. LANGSTROTH AND MODEST HIVES FOR THE MILLION!
HONEY BOXES AND SECTIONS,
Plain and dove-tailed, are large specialties.
COMB FOUNDATION,
We are producing in large quantities, and of superior quality. Our facilities are such that we can supply in any quantity desired on short notice, and all favoring us with their orders shall have prompt and satisfactory attention.
WAX TO BE MADE INTO FOUNDATION.
Lots of 100 lbs. and upwards sent us, with 12½c. per lb., freight prepaid, will be made up and cut to any size, and delivered on board cars here.
ITALIAN QUEENS!
The superiority of the Queens reared in our apiaries is so well established, we shall not here detail their merits; but to those wishing honey-producing stock, combined with prolificness, we will say they are not beaten.
Dowagiac, Michigan, November 20, 1878.
In regard to your bees, if you were my enemy, and I had anything to say about your stock, I should say the truth, that I count yours worth more than twice that or any of the numerous strains that I have tested. They converted me to yellow bees,, notwithstanding that they are not near as yellow as those I had formerly. I advise you not to buy, or take as a gift, any other blood; but just stand right where you are, and perfect the strain by carefully breeding out any imperfections that may show themselves, and breeding in all the good qualities your bees now possess. I shall do the same, purchasing of none but you. I have hybrids crossed by your stock, that are quiet, good-natured, and splendid comb-builders and storers.
Yours truly. JAMES HEDDON.
Extractors, Smokers, Bee Veils,
and everything needed in the apiary, supplied at the lowest living rates. Order your goods early, remembering that large yields of honey are only obtained by having everything ready for securing it.
J. OATMAN & SONS, Dundee, Ill.
THE BEST IS THE CHEAPEST!
COFFINBERRY'S
EXCELSIOR HONEY EXTRACTOR!
From Eight to Fourteen Dollars.
Having made several improvements in the EXCELSIOR EXTRACTOR for 1879, it is now offered to the Bee-Keepers of America as the MOST PERFECT MACHINE IN THE MARKET. The universal favor with which the EXCELSIOR EXTRACTOR was received in 1878, has induced other manufacturers to adopt several of its improvements. My experience and experiments of last season, with the assistance and suggestions of skillful workmen, have enabled me to perfect an Extractor thatcannot be excelled, and can only be equaled by being closely imitated.
The Excelsior is made entirely of metal, and is consequently very light, strong and durable, with lugs at the bottom for firmly attaching to the floor if desired.
The strong over-motion gearing, so necessary to ease in running and speedy operating, was designed and is manufactured expressly for the Excelsior. A child ten years of age can operate the machine as rapidly as it can be supplied with combs.
The top or cross-band, to which is attached the gearing, is wrought iron, three inches broad, with the ends turned down in such manner as to thoroughly brace and strengthen the can, and holding the basket firmly in an upright position.
The Comb Basket having vertical sides, insures the extracting power alike for top and bottom of frames. The sides of the basket being movable and interchangeable, greatly facilitate the operation of dusting before and thoroughly cleaning after use if desired.
The basket can be taken from or replaced in the can in a moment, there being no rusty screws to take out or nuts to remove.
At the bottom of the can, and below the basket, is a cone or metal standard, in the top of which revolves the bottom pivot of the basket, thereby giving room for sixty or seventy pounds of honey without touching the basket or pivot below.
Nos. 3, 4 and 5 have strainers covering the canal leading to the faucet, which obviate the delay of several hours in waiting for the honey to settle, and the tedious and wasteful process of skimming. The faucet being below the bottom level of the honey, renders unnecessary the usual tipping and wrenching incident to drawing off the honey. These also have close-fitting metal covers, which entirely exclude dust, dirt, flies and bees when not in use.
The baskets of Nos. 4 and 5 have no center rod running from top to bottom, which will be found very convenient by those who uncap both sides of the comb before putting in the basket, as they can be turned without removal.
The strong iron handles placed at the sides, a little above the center, are completely side-braced, and add much to convenience in handling.
The wire baskets are very neat specimens of skillful workmanship, thoroughly braced at every point where experience has proven it to be most requisite, and nothing has been omitted that could add to its efficiency.
The No. 4, forthreeframes, has a triangular basket, movable sides, no center rod, runs smoothly regardless of number of frames, and is fast superseding the demand for four-sided baskets.
A LOWER PRICED MACHINE.
A cheaper machine being called for by those having but few colonies, and not making a specialty of bee-keeping, I have made a special size to take the Langstroth frame, and one for the American, to sell at$8.00each. These have no covers or strainer, and are smaller than the $12.00 and $14.00 sizes, but for the frames named are equal to the others for effective work, and are thebest cheap Extractors made.
Sizes and Prices:
A liberal discount to dealers in Bee-Keepers' supplies and toparties ordering in quantity.
Address,C. C. COFFINBERRY, Chicago, Ill.,
OrAmerican Bee Journal, Chicago, Ill., where samples can be seen.
SALISBURY & HAYES,
Propagators of
FINE QUEENS AND BEES,
From Imported and Home-bred Mothers.
Manufacturers of Comb Foundation,
HIVES,
Surplus Honey Boxes,
QUEEN SHIPPING CAGES, &c.
Dealers in ALL NECESSARY APIARY SUPPLIES.
All work executed in good style, and prices to suit the times.
Send for Circular.
SALISBURY & HAYES,Camargo, Douglas County, Ill.
FRIENDS! If you are in any way interested in
Bees or Honey!
We will with pleasure send you a sample copy of our
MONTHLY GLEANINGS IN BEE CULTURE,
With a Descriptive Price-List of the latest improvements in
HIVES, HONEY EXTRACTORS, ARTIFICIAL COMB,
SECTION HONEY BOXES,
All books and journals, and everything pertaining to bee culture.