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the cows did better at pasture, and thus condemn 

 the system. 



Again, by not having properly constructed stables 

 or stalls, they might become very filthy or unhealthy, 

 and the cow would long for " pleasant fields and pure 

 air," and this might lead the farmer to abandon the 

 system. 



Again, his manner of cutting and feeding might 

 require more labor than the advocates of the system 

 profess, and he might thus think that the system 

 might be well enough for a farmer with plenty of 

 capital, a "fancy farmer," a "book farmer," but not 

 for him. 



Again, by his undertaking too much at once, and 

 getting everything mixed up. The last state of that 

 man would be worse than the first. 



But by so systematizing the work that every want 

 will be supplied, any farmer can feel sure of success. 

 He need not necessarily follow the plan in detail that 

 is laid down in the previous pages, for it is not so 

 perfect but that it may be improved. If closely 

 followed, the system will lead to success ; therefore, 

 I may be pardoned for saying that until he learns 

 by actual experience a better way, the beginner is 

 advised to adhere to the plan pointed out in all 

 its essential points. Many things that looked as if 

 they would result in improvements, when put to the 

 test, will be found wanting. The principal requis- 

 ite to success by soiling is system. 



The work of sowing, cutting, and feeding should 

 all be placed in the charge of one person, who can 



