6 PREFACE. 
In the preparation of the manuscript for publication it was neces- 
sary to rewrite the articles by Doctor White and the present writer 
because the manner of presentation of these subjects in a meeting is 
not suited for publication. It was also necessary to edit the discus- 
sions, for the stenographic report was inaccurate in numerous places. 
It is believed, however, that even if the exact words of each person 
are not recorded, the meaning is the same as was intended to be con- 
veyed. In certain places it has seemed desirable to enlarge somewhat 
on certain things which were said by the writer. This bulletin there- 
fore can not be called a verbatim report, but it represents nevertheless 
the proceedings of the meeting. 
It is hoped that similar meetings may be held in the future. 
EE. Pairs; 
In charge of Apiculture. 
