26 FISH—CULTURAL ASSOCIATION. 
Dr. Hupson.—If the meeting was held near the time of that 
of the New England Fish Commissioners, there is no doubt of 
our having a good attendance, and I would favor it unless it 
would prevent a large attendance from New York. I would 
like to hear from other members on this subject. 
The PRESIDENT.—I would like to hear from Mr. Wilmot on 
the question of meeting in Boston. 
Mr. Witmot.—I do not care to express an opinion. Mr, 
Whitcher and myself can attend at either New York or Boston 
equally well. I feel like apologizing to the association for my 
long absence, and hope to meet with them oftener in future. 
Privately, I think New York the best place, on account of the 
opening of the trout season and the splendid display of the Sa/- 
monide which Mr. Blackford has at this time. As I said before, 
however, our Parliament is in session at that time, and it is 
difficult to leave. 
Dr. Hupson.—The same objection exists in the New England 
States. Their Legislatures are in session at the time of our 
meeting, but as the trout opening is a great attraction it might 
be hard to say what is the best time. New York city is more at- 
tractive in May than in April, if we leave out the trout show. 
Mr. Evarts.—It would be better to have the meeting earlier 
in the year than later. People like myself, who live in the 
country, find it easier to leave in February or March.. 
Mr. Biackrorp.—We formerly had a large attendance from 
New England, and we should strive to regain it. Being a con- 
tinental association we should spread over more ground, and yet 
the question arises, would we be benefited by going to Boston? 
The trout exhibitions spoken of have grown from the associa- 
tion, and have in sort become part of it. As for myself, any 
other time would be more convenient for me, and I think for 
fish-culturists generally. They are now engaged in distributing 
fry and are very busy. I think the time should be changed, 
whether the place is or not, and for one, will favor Boston. 
