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can perhaps gain some practical experience 

 for her work on a farm, where she would 

 be allowed to take part in the daily routine 

 of the dairy and domestic work. There 

 are also day-classes at some of the colleges, 

 which may be attended by those who cannot 

 afford the boarding terms. I think the 

 matter so important that I would go so far 

 as to advise a woman to spend what little 

 capital she has upon the necessary training. 

 Remember also that physical strength is 

 absolutely necessary in addition to the small 

 sum of money required for the training. 



I should estimate this sum at a minimum 

 of 1 60, and should add that at least a year 

 must be spent in learning the work. But 

 three years is hardly more than sufficient. 

 Having acquired her training, the student 

 will be well advised to start earning her 

 livelihood by taking a post as a gardener, 

 or as an assistant on a poultry-farm or dairy. 

 She will thus be able to test her capacity for 

 work, before setting up on her own account. 



