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The height they should attain, previous to un¬ 
dergoing this operation, varies according to cir¬ 
cumstances. I have found three feet and an half 
(which gives a good luxuriant tree) a good rule to 
go by. But in exposed situations, subject to wind, 
it should be performed lower. The performance 
of this operation is the province of the Driver, who 
should be provided with a measure of the length 
.requisite for the purpose- 
We shall now take >our leave of the working 
; part of the Plantation, as well in the manufactory 
as in the field, and call the attention of our Coffee- 
Planter to objects that still more imperiously call 
forth the utmost exertion of his care, anxiety, and 
attention. 
doubt on the point. Although I never went to the nicety 
measuring the same tree, at different periods, yet, from the size 
I have seen trees attain, topped or stopped at the height before 
mentioned, when arrived at full maturity, I am inclined to the 
opinion of the affirmative* * 
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