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discomfort at the East as at the West, the advantages of faruiiug at 

 the East are even fnore than oar figures would indicate. 



If farther comparison is needed, just the reverse of the pictm-e 

 ah'eady shown, our well ordered, commodious houses, comfortable 

 stables, fleet horses, light and easy carriages, and the general in- 

 dications of thrift and comfort pervading a farmer's house in Hamp- 

 shire county, and the case will speak for itself. Next, compare the 

 transportation of the two sections, the result will certainly be in 

 favor of the older State, there being two railroads within easy access, 

 and a prospect for a third, in the county of Hampshire alone. Ed- 

 ucationally it will be difficult to find a place possessing greater ad- 

 vantages, for in this county, in one single town, a person can begin 

 and complete his education. If he wishes a practical, scientific ed- 

 ucation, fit for every day use, or desires to follow some particular 

 science, the Agricultural CoUege will furnish the opportunity for that. 

 Should he choose to become a farmer, and require a theoretical 

 and practical exposition of the principles involved, the requisite 

 means are at hand. If a profession is the object for which he is 

 studying, he can enjoy great facilities at Amherst College, where he 

 can have the benefit of a great library and extensive cabinets, to- 

 gether with a large corps of efficient officers. 



Taking these privileges and that of having good agricultural 

 societies near at hand, we can but question the wisdom of an "in- 

 telligent, industrious and enterprising farmer" who concludes to 

 emigrate from Hampshire county. 



Mass. Agricultukal College, Sept. 1, 1871. 



