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is doubted. We should not, however, despond of others bet- 

 ter adapted, when we consider the great inventive genius of 

 the age. In conclusion, the Committee recommend a gradual 

 reduction of the cotton crop, to such point as will admit of 

 the improvement of lands, particularly and generally, of 

 improvement in such matters and things as appertain to the 

 general economy of a farm. All of which is respectfully 

 submitted. 



JOHN GIST, Chairman. 



