24 TEANSACTIONS. 



E,ev. Mr. Huntington responded in a remarkably happy and face- 

 tious manner. He concluded with ;— 



These Industrial Arts — which adorn our life with beauty, com- 

 fort it with protection, if cherished in a faithful spirit, stand in per- 

 fect harmony with zeal for humanity and devotion to the glory of 

 God. 



The next sentiment was : Pfof. Fowler — Abroad and at home, 

 the friend of the union of science and practical Agriculture. 



Prof. Fowler spoke briefly, and gave the following sentiment : 



English Improved Agriculture — a light to guide the American 

 farmer, when the circumstances are the same in the two countries, or 

 a beacon to warn, Avhen they are different. 



The next regular sentiment was : The Agricultural Press — we 

 are happy to see the Editor of the Boston Cultivator. 



It being late, Mr. Howard made a few remarks, and concluded 

 with the following sentiment : 



•' Honor awaits o'er all the earth, 

 Through endless generations, 

 The art that calls the harvests forth, 

 And feeds the expectant nations." 



The State Board of Agriculture -was represented by Secretary Flint, 

 President Hitchcock, Mr. Brewer and Hon. Joseph Smith. The 

 Hampshire, Hampden and Franklin Society was represented by its 

 President, Paoli Lathrop, Esq., — and the Hampden Society by its 

 President, Francis Brewer, Esq., and Secretary, Mr. A. A. Allen, 

 of Springfield. 



The announcment of premiums, a vote of thanks to the Orator for 

 his address, and a complimentary vote to the South Hadley Band 

 and IMontague Glee Club, concluded the dinner exercises. 



