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RECAPITULATION. 
In the following list Ihave endeavored t> select only 
the most valuable of those trees mentioned in the preced- 
ing pages, noting their particular points of excellence. 
Acer saccnarinum (Hard Maple).—Tree of rather slow 
growth, but the wood very valuable for fuel. 
AcER pasycarpum (Silver Maple).—N ot equal in qual- 
ity to the last, but much more rapid in growth. 
CasTanra VESCcA (Chestnut).—A rapid grower, and very 
valuable for posts, stakes, and other similar purposes; very 
durable. 
Carya (Hickory).—The Hickories are all of rather slow 
growth, but valuable, while young, for hoop-poles. They 
also make the very best fuel when old. The.Carya tomen- 
tosa is probably the most profitable to grow for its timber, 
but is not always the toughest. : 
The Carya arpa (Shell-Bark) and Carya OLIV FOR- 
' mis (Pecan-nut) produce the most valuable nuts. 
Fagus FrervGinea (Red Beech).—Tree of slow growth, 
but will thrive on shallow, stony soils; valuable, while 
young, for hoop poles, and excellent for fuel and many 
other purposes when mature. 
Fraxinus Americana (White Ash)—A moderately 
rapid grower, producing a tough and most valuable tim- 
ber. This is one of the most profitable trees to grow, re- 
quiring a deep, rich soil. 
