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able and practical hives. Both are similar but vary somewhat in 

 shape and construction, as will be seen by a study of tlie illus- 

 trations. 



Fig. 1* 



Fig. 1* shows the Gary simplicity hive, with two supers. As 

 will be observed, the parts are halved together in such a manner 

 that they overlap, making a rain and weatherproof joint. i /-These 

 hives are interchangeable in every part and are especially adapted 

 to tiering up. 



Fig. 2. 



Fig. 2* represents the dovetailed or lock corner hive, as made 

 by A. I. Root Company, Medina, Ohio. It is a strong, convenient 

 and serviceable hive, but, unlike the Gary simplicity hive, does 



* These illustrations are from the catalogue of W. W. Gary & Son, Lyons- 

 ville, Mass., manufacturers and dealers in hee supplies, and are used with their 

 permission. 



