The several suggestions on control of thistles omitted perhaps the most certain, tested method of getting rid of troublesome plants.

In mid-twentieth century Fairplay, one of the most vexing problems that farmers faced was the invasive and troublesome Bermuda grass. Most folks called it "moody grass." This was before Roundup, and the grass would invade all the crops.

One of the neighbors came into the store one day and announced, "Well Stan, I got rid of my moody grass".

This announcement got the attention of the several loafers present. Someone asked, "How in the world did you get rid off it?"

The farmer responded, "I sold my farm".