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kindred tastes is of inestimable value and the weekly coming 

 together here in our halls of so many lovers of the garden and all 

 that pertains to it has bred a horticultural atmosphere about Boston 

 that cannot be found in any other part of the country. 



We are impressed with the belief that these shows are a distinct 

 feature and should be looked upon as a separate line of work from 

 the large spectacular shows where the principal idea is to make a 

 beautiful effect thereby attracting a large number of people who have 

 no special interest in horticulture but who find it a pleasant way 

 of spending a little time. The influence of these large shows is 

 exerted in an entirely different direction and everything possible 

 should be done to make them attractive by the introduction of new 

 features, the exliibition of fine specimens, and the artistic arrange- 

 ment of displays. 



The number of awards of all kinds made during the year was 

 617. 



The amount appropriated for the committee was . . $3154 00 

 Amount expended in money prizes, gratuities, and 



medals 2764 75 



Unexpended balance ...... 



In addition we have expended the following: 

 Henry A. Gane Memorial Fimd 

 Gardeners' and Florists' Club, special prize 

 Subscriptions for special prizes at the Chrysanthemum 



Exliibition 450 00 



We have also awarded 

 Thirty-five First Class Certificates 

 Five Cultural First Class Certificates 

 Forty-two Honorable Mentions 

 Sixteen Votes of Thanks. 



A detailed list of awards is appended to this report. 



