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this new industry the best possible social and industrial conditions; 

 and this requires that we not only understand the existing situation, 

 but avail ourselves of the best experience of the time in the solution 

 of its problems. A careful study should be made, both by the nation 

 and the states, of the irrigation laws and conditions here and abroad. 

 Ultimately it will probably be necessary for the nation to co-operate 

 with the several arid states in proportion as these states by their 

 legislation and administration show themselves fit to receive it. 



THE HOME CIRCLE. 



Supper is ready! Funny little flo6k 



That struggles through the grass with tired feet 

 And sturdy appetites that need no clock 



To warm them when the hour comes to eat! 



The dull, blind world might find them but a row 

 Of happy country children, but for me 



Bright beauty, grace and wisdom lurk below 

 Each rumpled head, and deeds that are to be. 



Brave men and strong, and noble women lurk 

 In shabby little coat and tumbled frock; 



Add all for which I live and dream and work 

 Supper is waiting! Funny little flock! 



