193 



On comparing these figures with the analysis of Sample 

 1, it will be seen that the syrup has undergone scarcely an 

 appreciable change in composition when preserved in bulk 

 sealed vessels, and the preservation in still larger vessels 

 can be effected with fully as satisfactory results. 



ANALYSIS OF SAMPLE 1. 



Total solids, _ - - 71.2 per cent. 



Cane sugar, - - - 46.7 " " 



Glucose, - - - - 22.4 " " 



Solids not sugar, - - 2.1 



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Instead of employing large bottles, one gallon jugs can 

 be utilized to good advantage, provided that a thoroughly 

 glazed ware is used and that care is observed in sealing the 

 vessels. 



In conclusion, it is scarcely necessary to add that by em- 

 ploying intelligent methods both for the clarification and 

 preservation of cane syrup, the greatly enhanced quality of 

 the product will obtain for it better prices upon the market, 

 while the local demand for syrup can be supplied through- 

 out the entire year, instead of for only a few months as at 

 present. 



Experiments in syrup making will be continued at the 

 Station this fall, and it is expected that small steam evapo- 

 ators will be tried as a substitute for the common form of 

 evaporator heretofore employed. 



