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Such employment is essentially elevating and 

 purifying, and should be sought as a relief and 

 an antidote against the selfish influences of com- 

 mercial pursuits. 



LOCATION OF THE FRUIT GARDEN. 



This must be determined to a great degree by 

 the character of the estate. It is desirable that 

 the front be kept open and free, for ornamental 

 decoration. Fruits are consigned to the rear, 

 generally at one side of the barn and out-build- 

 ings. For convenience in working and for 

 mutual protection, it is desirable to concentrate 

 the various fruits in one locality so far as is 

 practicable. But it may be important to sepa- 

 rate the peaches and grapes to a high, light, 

 warm, and dry soil, and the pears, quinces, and 

 plums to a heavier and retentive loam. Circum- 

 stances must determine the arrangement, ac- 

 cording to the amount, the quality, the shape, 

 and the aspect of the land.. As a general rule, 

 apples should occupy the outer rank, as a de- 

 fense and wind-break. Cherries are also strong 

 and vigorous in growth, and being symmetrical 

 in form may flank the most conspicuous side. 

 Grapes will want all the sun and air that can be 

 given. The same is true of the peach, the point 

 to be obtained in each case being a moderate 



