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have the nailer, who presses the cover on and drives the 

 nails down at the same time, and that is all there is to it. 



Mr. Castner's packing demonstration, which aroused con- 

 siderable interest, continued until the close of the meeting. 

 Members crowded about the stage and eagerly watched the 

 operations of the expert, questioning him meanwhile as to the 

 why and wherefore of his methods. These lessons in modern 

 packing proved to be the most attractive feature of the meet- 

 ing and Mr. Castner was complimented on his excellent work. 



No further business appearing and the program being 

 completed, at five o'clock President Rogers declared the an- 

 nual meeting of 1''12 adjourned sine die. 



