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gardeners, and a variety of trades, applied for 

 and occupy the holdings. The expert advice 

 to be obtained from the depot assists a man 

 at all times, and experience is easily gained. 

 Each small owner possessed a certain amount 

 of capital. But a man was selected for his 

 energy and character, not for his technical 

 knowledge. The wisdom of this procedure 

 has been more than justified. The scheme 

 endeavours to fulfil the demands of the small 

 capitalist, both hi the country and in the 

 town, who wishes to acquire land to occupy 

 and cultivate for a remunerative and healthy 

 employment. 



