558 BOARD OF AGRICULTURE. 



and annual reports has been steadily growing during the 

 past year. The number of bulletins printed has been raised 

 from 5,000 in 1886 to 6,000 in 1887, and will be increased to 

 7,000 early in the coming season. 



It gives rac particular pleasure to bear testimony to the 

 satisfactory support I have had from all parties engaged with 

 me in the work of the Station. 



In conclusion permit me to thank you very sincerely for 

 the liberal support I have enjoyed in performing the duties 

 assigned to me. 



Yours very respectfully, 



C. A. GOESSMANN, 



Director of tlie State Agricultural ExpeiHment Station. 



