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were equal to somewhat short-stemmed three year old trees, which, 
l think, should be a matter worth the consideration of capitalists 
who wish to reduce the time they have to wait until tapping is 
possible, by a number of years The growth of the shoots was 
absolutely apalling. 
Yours faithfully, 
W. R. ROWLAND. 
NOTICES 
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The Para Rubber trees in the Botanic Gardens, Singapore, are 
now commencing to produce the seed crop. Planters who have 
put their names down in previous years for seed, and no longer 
want any, are requested to write to the Director to inform him. 
( 2 ). 
Correspondents are requested to stamp their letters fully, as a 
large number of letters have been received from various parts of 
the world either not stamped at all, or insufficiently stamped. 
( 3 ). 
All applications for Bulletin should be made to the Editor who 
will also receive subscriptions. 
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