could expect to find no model in England for such an institu- 

 tion, he passed on to a consideration of the branches which should 

 properly be taught in the College, and the uses to Avhich a 

 thorough scientific education may be put in connection with agri- 

 culture. 



At the conclusion of the Address, Mr. Gardner read the follow- 

 ing sentiment, which was responded to by the Band playing 

 " Hail to the Chief: " 



Our Absent President — His name is imperishable in the history of 

 Horticulture and Agriculture. His memory will be ever green in the 

 hearts of his friends. We tender him our cordial sympathy and regards. 



The second sentiment was as follows : 



The Commonwealth — Distinguished by all that adorns and dignifies 

 the State, and by all that exalts and ennobles the citizen. 



In the absence of the Governor, this toast was responded to by 

 E. L. Pierce, Esq., of Milton, in an eloquent speech, in which the 

 duty of the citizen to the country was vigorously enforced. 



Hon. George S. Boutwell was next introduced and was re- 

 ceived with applavise. He spoke at some length on National 

 affairs, expressing his confidence in the speedy return of peace, 

 union and prosperity on a sound basis of justice. He believed 

 that freedom would be perpetually progressive and aggressive 

 until every vestige of despotism is destroyed throughout the land, 

 and that then we should have a lasting peace. He spoke 

 especially of the soil and climate of the south, and anticipated the 

 time when northern men should occupy it and establish free institu- 

 tions and education on a basis of complete equality. The fact 

 that slavery converts every slave-holder into a petty tyrant was the 

 cause of our troubles, and peace must be founded on the right of 

 every man to be the equal of any other man. 



A sentiment complimentary to the State Board of Agriculture 

 was responded to by Dr. Hartwell, of Southbridge, the represen- 

 tative of the State Board, and Dr. Clarke and Rev. Mr. Mumford, 

 of Dorchester, who were called upon, excused themselves from 

 making speeches on account of the lateness of the hour. At 3 

 o'clock the exercises closed, and the company adjourned to the 

 track, when the exhibition of the famous pair of trained horses. 



