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GENERAL INFORMATION, 
CoMBINATION OF EXxu1BiTts.—Exhibitors in different classes 
should, when possible, combine their interests, and thereby 
show, not only the articles exhibited, but the various wavs in 
which they will be used. Thus, heating apparatus in connection 
with greenhouses, vase plants in artistic vases, climbing plants 
on wire trellises, etc. 
Licuts.—Numerous electric arc lights will be placed to show 
exhibits to the best advantage; and incandescent lamps will be 
furnished at the expense of the exhibitor, for special purposes, if 
application is made at an early date. 
TRANSPORTATION.—Many of the railroads and steamboat lines 
will transport exhibits to Chicago at full rates, and return them 
free of charge if unsold. There will be an additional switching 
charge of 6 cents per 100 pounds each way between terminal 
points and the Exposition grounds. 
Water.—Very liberal provision has been made for water 
throughout’ the grounds, with hydrants at frequent intervals to 
which hose can be attached for sprinkling. 
Heat.—The dome and east curtains of the Horticultural 
Building are sufficiently heated to provide a proper temperature 
for the most tender tropical plants. 
BOTANICAL SPECIMENS.—For the purpose of preserving a 
uniform manner of mounting dried specimens of plants, illus- 
trated circulars will be mailed to all who apply for them. 
EXHIBITS ENTERED FOR AWARD.—AII exhibits intended for 
awards must be placed in the Horticultural Building, or upon the 
grounds assigned to the Department. Awards will not be given 
to displays made in the State Buildings. 
ReMoviInG LARGE PLants.—An illustrated circular, showing 
methods of placing boxes around the roots of large trees and 
plants, and directions for transporting them to the Exposition, 
will be furnished on application. 
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