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for carrying it on, and needs the accumulation of type material 

 which can be used in the comparison of the material which is being 

 investigated. 



Among other things, one of the most pressing needs is a small 

 but properly appointed culture house or forcing house, near to the 

 laboratory, where plants for experimentation upon the different 

 diseases could be under close observation, and could be used for 

 studying more carefully the relation of the parasites to the host, 

 and of the effect of surrounding conditions. 



Even for the continuance of the work as it is now carried on 

 more funds are necessary than have been a.ppropriated this year. 



These suggestions are respectfully offered for your consideration. 



GEORGE F. ATKINSON. 



