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more than in its infancy, at least from a practical point of view, thus 
leaving much to be done by those who wish to devote their time and skill 
to this labor. But at the same time it is to-day removed from the do- 
main of speculation, for experience has demonstrated the excellence of 
the principles upon which it is founded and the methods it employs; 
hence the laborer can proceed successfully without fear, and acquire 
wealth in return for his trouble and expense. Imbued with this idea, 
I have wished to codperate, to the extent of my feeble means, in popu- 
larizing this humanitarian science. Have I succeeded? If this book 
Shall instruct those who are ignorant and guide those who are laborers 
in this field, then will my most ardent desires be satisfied. 
