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where there is little grass and burned, and the ground' seeded as 

 before directed. , 



If the ground is infested with thistles, they should be mowed 

 when in bloom. If mowed just before a rain their destruction is 

 more certain. If faithfully performed, one or two mowings will be 

 sufficient. 



Brakes and fern are more difficult to eradicate, but frequent mow- 

 ings and burnings through the season, and a liberal supply of grass 

 seed, will usually destroy them. 



These rough lands may often be rendered valuable, by planting 

 with fruit trees after the rubbish has been removed. 



If the sides of the hills are wet and springy, they should be drained 

 so that no water shall accumulate in the hollows. 



The foregoing is the result of many years experience and observa- 

 tion, and if faithfully followedj will improve many pastures now 

 nearly worthless. 



Litchfield Corner, Sept. 20, 1857. 



