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storage experiments in hills. 



Tomatoes — Variety experiments were started to note com- 

 parative wilt resistance of various varieties of tomatoes. 



Melons — Our notes were continued on the yield, quality and 

 keeping qualities of watermelons and muskmelons. 



It will be practically impossible to do any new work with 

 horticultural plants because we have little or no soil uniform 

 enough for either variety tests or fertilizer work. Much of the 

 soil which we have is so infected with nematode and disease, 

 due to long use, that many plants cannot be grown at all. 



The Department can do no work of importance until our 

 funds are increased and suitable land secured. 



Respectfully yours. 



G. C. STARCHER, 



Horticulturist, 



