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7. It seems improbable that a method could be devised to 

 strengthen the yucca fiber, 



8. Fiber experts are of the opinion that a successful plan 

 might be put into action whereby the fresh plants could be 

 treated before they were air-dried. The aqueous extract ob- 

 tained by the crushing could be developed, perhaps, for the 

 saponin content. 



