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named here ; that is, the necessity of the bee-keeper 

 always having a common hive in readiness near the bees, 

 so as to be able to secure any swarm which may unex- 

 pectedly start. 



CONCLUSION. 



Here our pleasant task must close. We trust that all 

 information has been given that is needful to enable the 

 practical bee-keeper to begin business and the scientific 

 apiarian to extend his observations. In conclusion, we 

 would remind all bee-keepers vfho earnestly desire suc- 

 cess, and who hope to draw pecuniary profit from their 

 pursuit, of the golden rule in bee-keeping — " Keep your 

 stocks strong." In exercising the assiduous attention and 

 persevering effort which that maxim enjoins, they will 

 not only be regarded as bee-keepers, but, as Mr. Lang- 

 stroth says, will acquire a right to the title of bee-masters. 



