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eight per cent on their common stock, and then there was a sur- 

 plus of $80,000 that they divided among their employees. Now, 

 I want to ask you farmers who are producing milk for the 

 Hood Company, did you get eight per cent out of your business 

 after paying your expenses? 



Now these things are what we are working for, along differ- 

 ent lines, to be sure, but we are all working for Maine agricul- 

 ture and these things are what have brought us to your city at 

 this time, Mr. Mayor. We heartily appreciate all you have said, 

 and we appreciate all that the Board of Trade has done to 

 make our visit a success. We certainly think our stay will be 

 pleasant and believe it will be profitable. 



