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possibility, and matters were getting quite warm when Presi¬ 
dent Salmon wrapped for order. 
In the afternoon of the last day proceedings were opened 
by the reading of a voluminous paper by Dr. M. H. Reynolds, 
of Minnesota, on “ State Control of Hog Cholera,” illustrating 
his subject by quarantine maps. The paper was discussed by 
Drs. Cary, Whitbeck, Norton, McBirney, Salmon, Stalker, 
Nighbert and Lyford. 
Dr. H. D. Fenimore, of Tennessee, was not present, so his 
paper was read by title and will be published in the proceed¬ 
ings. 
Dr. C. C. Lyford, of Minnesota, gave a talk on “ A Radical 
Operation for Contracted Hoof,” illustrating his subject by 
numerous drawings and photographs, together with shoes and 
pads of various construction. After adjournment Dr. Lyford 
performed his operation upon a horse in the presence of many 
veterinarians. 
Dr. S. S. Whitbeck then read a paper entitled “ Practical 
Points in Country Practice,” which was very interesting and 
instructive. 
The literary programme was brought to a close by Dr. John 
W. Connoway, of Missouri, who favored the association with 
a paper on “ The Practicability of Immunizing Cattle by the 
Tick Method.” 
At this point President Salmon resigned his gavel to 
incoming President Clement, who responded in a few well- 
chosen words. Then Western Vice-President Nelson made a 
speech of acceptance. 
RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED. 
The Committee on Resolutions offered the following, which 
were unanimously adopted : 
OBITUARY. 
Whereas, Dr. Thomas Giffen, of New York City, an accomplished 
veterinarian and a member of this association, having been removed 
from life during the past year after months of suffering ; be it 
Resolved, That this meeting expresses its sense of the great loss 
to the association and to the profession, and that we tender to the be¬ 
reaved family the expression of our profound sympathy in their great 
affliction. 
Resolved, That this resolution be spread upon the minutes of this 
association, and a copy forwarded to his family. 
Whereas, Dr. D. P. Frame, of Colorado, a young and valuable 
member of this association, having been removed by death ; be it 
Resolved, That this association expresses its sorrow at the loss 
