140 THE STATE AS FARMER 



more heavenly sound. When it comes to the 

 co-operative working by honest, reliable men 

 and women, it is remarkable to how small a 

 point the necessities of finance dwindle in this 

 age of banks. We like to see everyone in 

 loving residence upon the land, millionaire 

 and peasant alike. But the full scientific 

 treatment of our acres must be secured, and 

 consequently those who in any way interfere 

 with this efficient working must be satisfied 

 with those provisions that can be made after 

 the land itself has received its due care. 



