REPORT OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 



A general idea of the work of the society can be obtained by 

 reading the reports of the different officers and the papers and 

 discussions given at the various meetings of the society. 



The executive committee are glad to report a successful year 

 for the society. Good programs were offered at all the meetings 

 and we trust were helpful to those present. We can only regret 

 that the attendance was not larger, for to do the work that the 

 society is intended to do, it must get in close touch with the 

 apple growers throughout the state. 



A bill carrying with it an appropriation of ten thousand dol- 

 lars to be used for the purchase of an experimental fruit farm, 

 has been left in the hands of Dr. E. P. Turner of New Vineyard 

 to present to the legislature. 



It was also voted to bring the matter of laws governing the 

 grading, packing and branding of apples before the legislature 

 again this winter. The matter was left with Dr. G. M. Twitchell 

 to prepare a bill and present it before the executive committee 

 for their approval and then carry it to Augusta. 



The finances of the society are in good condition, the per- 

 manent fund is all paid up and invested where safe and draw- 

 ing interest. 



The accounts of the treasurer have been audited and found 

 correct and well kept. 



RECEIPTS. 



State stipend for 1908 $1,000 GO 



Interest on permanent fund invested 69 00 



Interest on permanent deposit 18 27 



Membership fees — life 40 GO 



Membership fees — annual 41 00 



$1,168 27 



