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EXECUTIVE MEETING. 
On motion, tlie memorial was approved, and Hon. L. W. 
Joiner was appointed a committee to present the same to the 
Legislature on behalf of the Executive Committee and the 
Society. 
On motion, Messrs. Willard, Atwood and Powers, were ap¬ 
pointed a committee to complete the settlement of all outstand¬ 
ing accounts with the late Secretary, and all other parties, up 
to date. 
On motion of Mr. Powers, it was 
Resolved , That premiums of twenty-five dollars each be 
offered for the best original essays, from Wisconsin authors, on 
the following subjects, to-wit : 
1st. On the Best system of Farm Management for Wiscon¬ 
sin. , 
2d. On the Best Plan, Construction, and Arrangement of 
Farm Buildings for a medium sized Farm. 
8d. On Horticulture, as adapted to the Wants and Circum¬ 
stances of our State. 
On motion, it was 
Resolved , That the Secretary be authorized and directed to 
purchase and distribute, at his discretion, such vegetable, grain, 
fruit, and flower seeds, as he may deem proper and useful. 
The Committee then adjourned without day. 
D. J. POWERS, Sec\j. 
