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ignorant and poor. The higliest civilization is impossible where 

 there are few orchards. Arouse, farmers, emulate the soldier 

 marching daily to new conquests, and by your industry and 

 intelligence force from an unwilling Nature her magnificent 

 treasures. 



The following were adopted as subjects to be discussed at the 

 next meeting: "Improved methods of surface culture, and 

 economy in keeping poultry." Adjourned. 



