PREFACE. 



Perhaps no observance ever sprung so suddenly and 

 almost universally into use in the higher ranks of life 

 as that of Arbor Day. The name itself attracts, and 

 at once secures fast hold on refined, intelligent people. 

 The thought originated with one who worships at the 

 shrine of home and its endearing relations. The pre- 

 sentation of its simple origin, history, progress, and 

 evidence of appreciation, has induced the publication of 

 this volume. 



