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plished up to September 1, 1902. As directed by you, this report con- 

 tains also a summary of the studies made relative to the honey producing 

 flora of Central Texas, and experiments conducted with cultivated honey 

 plants, and the results of same. A synopsis, of experiments under way, 

 and contemplated for future work, is also given. 



The second part of this report consists of notes and practical sugges- 

 tions upon modern and successful methods of bee keeping, for the guid- 

 ance of farmers, fruit growers, and others who are interested in the indus- 

 try of bee keeping in a small way, and as a guide for those desiring to 

 enter this industry. 



Respectfully submitted, 



WILMON NEWELL, 



Assistant Entomologist. 

 August 30, 1902. 



