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Introduction 7 



The brown-tail moth in Europe 8 



Introduction into America and subsequent spread 8 



Description of the insect 10 



The eggs 10 



The larva or caterpillar 10 



The pupa 11 



The adult or moth 11 



Seasonal history 12 



Damage to plants 16 



Brown-tail rash 17 



Natural enemies and parasites 18 



Remedies 19 



The Massachusetts law 20 



The moths are public nuisances 20 



The superintendent of suppression 20 



Duties of cities, towns, and individuals 20 



Notice to private owners 20 



Failure of private owners to destroy moths 21 



Redress by abatement and appeal 21 



Appropriation by the Commonwealth 21 



Reimbursements to cities and towns 21 



Limits to required expenditure by cities and towns 22 



Valuations of 1904 taken as basis 22 



Wilful resistance or obstruction 22 



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