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indicated in the grounds of the residence to be treated, let us 
take advantage of it ; and while all harshness incompatible 
with scenery near the house is removed, the original expres- 
sion may in most cases be heightened, in all, rendered more 
elegant and appropriate, without lowering it in force or spirit. 
In like manner good taste will direct us to embellish scenery 
expressive of graceful beauty, by the addition of forms, 
whether in trees, buildings, or other objects, harmonious in 
character, as well as in colour and outline. 
