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and his cup of happiness seemed full when they all sat down to 

 dinner. He seemed to grow happier each day and it was only a step 

 into a brighter and happier world. Our loss is heavens gain and 

 sone we must all be called to meet our loved one. 



Written by request. 

 MRS. EMMA VAN CLEAVE, 

 2265 San Pasqual St., Pasedena, Cal. 



REPORT OF RESOLUTION COMMITTEE. 



Since our last annual meeting of this Society, the grim reaper has 

 invaded the ranks of our membership, and removed from us one of our 

 most worthy members. 



We recall with kindest feelings of appreciation the valuable ser- 

 vices rendered this society by W. J. Hesser. In the pioneer days he was 

 ever ready to assist in upbuilding and for many years his unselfish 

 work and valuable council added much to the success of this organiza- 

 tion. In his removel we feel that this society has suffered an irrepar- 

 able loss. 



Resolved: That the sincere sympathy of this association be extend- 

 ed the sons and daughters of our departed friend, in their bereavement, 

 and for lasting solace and comfort we commend them to Him who doeth 

 all things well 



Respectfully submitted, 

 J. A. Yager, 

 Lewis Henderson, 

 L. O. Williams. 



FRUIT CROP REPORTS AS ISSUED BY SECRETARY 



DURING YEAR 1914. 



"FRUIT CONDITIONS." 

 Aj)ril. 



Postal cards were sent to every member and to numerous other 

 persons throughout the state and the following is a synopsis of the 

 reports received. 



Reports on prospects for bloom of apples are good from practi- 

 cally all parts of the state. A few report only fair prospects owing 

 to the extreme drouth of last season when the trees failed to set fruit 

 buds. A good deal of canker injury is reported which will tend to 

 decrease the total prospects. 



CHERRIES. 



Some winter killing of buds has been reported. Light setting of 

 l)uds has also been reported. However the major part of the reports 

 show an excellent prospect for a good bloom. 



PLUMS. 



American sorts are reported in good condition. Japanese and 

 Hybrids are reported in poor shape. A good per cent of buds are dead 



