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they yield, th«y would sooner or later disappear. All the 

 observations that have been made, whether scientific or prac- 

 tical, show that the contrary is the truth. 



The National Bee-Keepers' Association has taken in hands 

 the interests and the defense of bee-keepers in this matter as 

 well as in all matters where the Apiarist is justly entitled to 

 the support of his fellow-men. A small pamphlet, "Legal 

 Rights," was published several years ago by the General 

 Manager of the Association, Mr. N. E. France. To this 

 association, the bee-keeper must look for protection, but let 

 him bear in mind that he should by all possible honorable 

 means avoid getting into conflict with his neighbors. He has 

 a very easy remedy against ill-feelings. A little honey, as a 

 present, will soften many a bee-sting. 



