292 THB bee-kkkpkr's guide; 



each hive. A corresponding number in the Register gives us 

 all desired facts. We have only to note down at the time the 

 condition of each colony and date of examination in the Regis- 

 ter, Mr. Root prefers a slate whose position on the cover of 

 the hive shows the condition of colony, and dates can be writ- 

 ten on it. 



