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and southwest border of the space to be occupied by visitors, for 

 the purpose of offering protection from the afternoon sun. A con- 

 tinuous line of the American elm is also proposed to be set out 

 inside the boundary fence that encloses the property — this tree being 

 preferred because the natural angle of its branches adapts it to a 

 situation where abundant clear space is wanted below the foliage. 



The plan we have thus presented is intended to be sufficiently 

 comprehensive in its character to include all the more important re- 

 quirements that naturally appertain to a parade ground ; but in 

 accordance with our instructions, the design is so arranged that it 

 can be carried out in several successive stages. 



Respectfully, 



OLMSTED, VAUX & CO., 



Landscape Architects. 



