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of results too broad, he may involve himself in a 

 "guarantee" proposition, which makes it difficult 

 for him to collect his fee. 



This form of practice is good schooling for the 

 diplomatic service; the veterinarian must avoid 

 the issue as much as possible in his arguments 

 and yet gain his point. 



I have known some capable and well-schooled 

 veterinarians who, possessed of a wandering 

 spirit, spent the greater part of their lives as itin- 

 erant practitioners, and who were diplomacy per- 

 sonified. Some of these men are most interesting 

 characters and a recital of their experiences is 

 always instructive in every regard. 



