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The plan has been prepared in its present measurably com- 

 plete form, because the Commissioners have found it impractica- 

 ble to arrive at a thoroughly intelligent understanding in regard 

 to the subject of boundaries, without such a development of the 

 whole scheme as is embodied in this design and report. "With 

 the information now before them, they feel confident, not only 

 that an important modification of the outlines originally fixed 

 upon for the park is required, but that they are in a position to 

 satisfy their constituents that, although the proposed change 

 involves a considerable enlargement of the ground, yet the in- 

 creased amount of accommodation, and the highly picturesque 

 views, which are thus secured, will be in a much larger ratio 

 than the increase of area, and is therefore justifiable on eco- 

 nomical as well as upon esthetic principles. 



The grand features of the plan are simple and easily com- 

 prehended ; but the Commissioners wish to direct attention 

 particularly to three regions of distinct character embodied 

 in it, in each of which, it will be observed, the suggestions of 

 the natural condition of the land are proposed to be developed. 

 They are, first, a region of open meadow, with large trees stand- 

 ing singly and in groups; second, a hilly district, with groves and 

 shrubbery ; and third, a lake district, containing a fine sheet of 

 water, with picturesque shores and islands. These being the 

 landscape characteristics, the first gives room for extensive play 

 grounds, the second offers shaded rambles and broad views, 

 and the third presents good opportunities for skating and 

 rowing. 



Besides these, there are minor intermediate and exterior 

 portions of the grounds which are devoted to zoological gardens 

 and other special purposes. The different parts are connected 

 with each other, and are brought advantageously into use and 

 under observation by a carefully adjusted system of rides, drives 

 and rambles. The existing natural features of the charming 

 locality are everywhere accepted and made available, and the 

 artificial constructions necessary for the convenient accommo- 

 dation of the public, are as inconspicuous and inexpensive as 

 possible, consistently with permanency and good taste. 



The Commissioners are satisfied that the plan now submit- 

 ted ought not to be changed in any manner which would ma- 

 terially affect the new boundaries, and that it cannot again be 



