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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 increased 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 economical as well as upon esthetic principles. 



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

 hended ; 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 standing singly and in groups ; 

 second, a hilly district, with groves and shrubbery ; and third, a 

 lake district, containing a line 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 ex- 

 isting natural features of the charming locality are everywhere 

 accepted and made available, and the artificial constructions neces- 

 sary for the convenient accommodation of the public, are as incon- 

 spicuous and inexpensive as possible, consistently with permanency 

 and good taste. 



The Commissioners are satisfied that the plan now submitted 

 ought not to be changed in any manner which would materially 

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

 without serious disadvantage. Nor do they believe that the en- 

 larged area, in view of fhe other changes suggested by the Report, 

 will essentially increase the cost of the park. They propose, there- 

 fore, at an early day, to take such action in the premises, as 

 will effect the contemplated change of boundary : and they 

 confidently anticipate a speedy completion of the entire improve- 

 ment for the use of the public. The Commissioners have now no 

 doubt that the park will soon become a favorite resort for all classes 

 of our community, enabling thousands to enjoy pure air, with 

 healthful exercise, at all seasons of the year ; while its magnificent 



