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conclusion. 



In conclusion, we would respectfully suggest for consideration by the 

 Legislature, that the methods of collecting and preparing statistical 

 information in this State always have been and yet remain quite defec- 

 tive; that the State Agricultural Societ}' should have the duty of such 

 collection and preparation imposed on it by law; and that means to 

 effectually perform the work should be supplied by the State. 



R. S. CAREY, President. 

 Eobert Beck, Secretary. 



