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SOCIETY MEETINGS. 
During the past six months there have been forty-one outbreaks of glanders re¬ 
ported, in which sixty-four horses and mules were affected, fifty-nine of which have 
been destroyed, and fifty-one have been paid for by the State at an average of $ 16.00 
per head; 
Several herds of cattle afflicted with tuberculosis have been inspected and tested 
with tuberculine, the diseased members destroyed and paid for by the State. This, 
however, has only been done where herds were badly affected, and their products 
were sold in large cities. 
There have been three outbreaks of anthrax in herds numbering 220 head of cattle, 
of which 95 have died. 
One new outbreak of foot-rot in a flock of Dorset sheep has been reported. The 
affected ones have all been killed and the others thoroughly disinfected, and it is 
believed to be stopped. 
The flock of Dorset sheep reported at our last meeting as affected with foot-rot 
have been almost all killed for mutton, leaving only those that are surely free from 
the disease. 
Also six outbreaks of Texas fever, with a fatality of twenty-eight cattle out of 
seventy head exposed. All cattle from localities known or believed to be infected 
with the Texas tick should be subjected to a thorough disinfection before being al¬ 
lowed to come in contact with susceptible herds. Perhaps a strong solution of creo- 
lin might do, but it should be something that would surely kill all ticks on them. 
In addition, we have all had our outbreaks of influenza, distemper, strangles, 
etc., incidental to the season during which so many horses are shipped from the 
West. 
Hoping this very meagre report may at least answer for an apology in my ab¬ 
sence, I am, very truly yours, M. E. Conakd, Chairman . 
There was no report from the Committee on Intelligence 
and Education, on account of sickness in the family of the 
Chairman, Dr. Adams. 
A lengthy discussion then ensued, in which nearly all 
present participated, in regard to the long-deferred appoint¬ 
ment of the State veterinarian. 
Dr. Hoskins then suggested that Dr. Hart be appointed 
or asked to wait upon the Governor to solicit and look after 
appointment of the State veterinarian. 
A motion was then made to adjourn until two o’clock P.M. 
Carried. 
AFTERNOON SESSION. 
Meeting called to order at two o’clock. 
Dr. Hoskins made extended remarks as to the health of 
Dr. S. E. Weber, of Lancaster, Pa., stating that he was in a 
serious and critical condition, and asked that a fund be raised 
by the members of this Association to assist him, and to show 
oui appreciation of this most honored, esteemed and worthv 
member. The collection was started by Dr. Hart, to which. 
all present promptly responded. 
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