{"product_id":"the-old-farmers-almanac-1900-new-bedford-mass-f-s-brightman-co","title":"The Old Farmer's Almanac 1900 New Bedford Mass F.S. Brightman Co","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Old Farmer’s Almanac for the year 1900 (No. 108)\u003c\/strong\u003e, by Robert B. Thomas. Published by William Ware \u0026amp; Co, Boston. A wonderful artifact from the turn of the 20th century, this edition is heavily localized for the New Bedford Massachusetts market, featuring the ink stamp\/imprint of F.S. Brightman Co. of New Bedford on the front cover. Original illustrated paper wrappers featuring seasonal farming scenes and ornate decorative artwork. Complete copy with all pages and end advertising pages present. 60 printed pages including ads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e  The interior pages are in very good condition, with off-white paper and very minimal yellowing. The first four pages have dog-ear corner creases; the remaining pages are generally clean and uncreased. The covers show age-related toning, soiling, and edge\/corner wear consistent with an antique paper publication. Binding remains intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beyond the traditional weather forecasts, planting tables, and astronomical data typical of the era, the interior and back covers are packed with delightful period advertisements from local New Bedford merchants—including De Wolf \u0026amp; Vincent’s Hardware Store (Union St. \u0026amp; Acushnet Ave.), Nuttall's Pharmacy, Richmond \u0026amp; Co. Fancy Bread Bakers, Wistar's Balsam of Wild Cherry, and other turn of the century merchants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1900 edition was the first edition published by Ware \u0026amp; Co. and includes an expanded range of subjects including listings of schools and colleges, courts, post office regulations, poetry anecdotes charades humor and puzzles, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArticle highlights  include: \u003cem\u003e\"looking after hired help on the farm\"\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003e\"windmills for the elevation of water\"\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003e\"preparing produce for market\"\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003e\"muck as an absorbent\"\u003c\/em\u003e, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Useful Hints\" article on page 56 contains a variety of turn of the 20th century wisdom including \u003cem\u003e\"Do not give sick people fried foods or anything highly seasoned. Avoid hot bread and biscuits and hot tea and strong coffee.\"\u003c\/em\u003e, \"\u003cem\u003esave soapsuds if you have a garden for they form a very useful manure for flowers. as well as for shrubs and vegetables..\"\u003c\/em\u003e, and several other tidbits of advice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Farmer's Almanac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52942561083677,"sku":"PTHA5597S","price":37.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/9805\/9606\/files\/oldfarmers-1900-almanac.jpg?v=1789609430","url":"https:\/\/tulipstuff.com\/products\/the-old-farmers-almanac-1900-new-bedford-mass-f-s-brightman-co","provider":"TulipStuff","version":"1.0","type":"link"}