The value of the science of Botany cannot be overestimated

We are dependent upon the plant world for pure air, either directly or indirectly for food and clothing, for much of our building material, and for unnumbered nece ities and comforts of life. It embraces a large part of the science of medicine, the science and art of agriculture, of horticulture, the raising of fruits and vegetables, and the feeding of cattle. Nor must its importance and great value as a means of education, of mental and moral development, be overlooked. Its study trains the mind to accurate observation and careful investigation. It leads to a knowledge of the beauties and the wonderful harmony of nature and arouses for them that love which has always been so great a power for good.