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cally no difference in the results to be obtained. 

 Scientifically the "W.B.C." is the better hive, 

 and it is rather more pleasant to work with on 

 account of its lightness and the detachability of 

 all its sections. Against this, however, it must 

 be pointed out that it is a difficult hive to secure 

 for travelling, and a more expensive hive either 

 to purchase or to make than the other variety. 

 Where a few hives only are being kept for a 

 hobby this hive should be purchased, but for a 

 bee farmer the so-called single-walled type is 

 recommended. 



When commencing bee-keeping there are a cer- 

 tain number of indispensable appliances which 

 must be obtained. This list, however, need neither 

 be lengthy nor costly, but the articles obtainjed 

 should be of the best possible quality, and of 

 the simplest construction compatible with effi- 

 ciency. Appliances should never be bought 

 second-hand, except perhaps in the case of ex- 

 tractors and" ripeners, which may, be picked up 

 in that way. All other goods should be bought 

 new, and from a good firm. 



A veil and smoker are two of the most neces- 

 sary items, and it should be seen that the veil 

 is large enough. Many veils are narrow and of 

 poor material, an abomination to the wearer, and 

 an inadequate protection against the attacks which 

 it is their duty to ward off. The veil should 

 always be black in colour, or it is not easy to 

 see through, but white net may with advantage 



