The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1860-02-02
HoRTIcuLTURAL Rooms,
Tapuary 18th.

opening of the meeting w. X. Smith onered
the following resolutions in reference TO the
death of David Thomas. on the adoption OF
which Mr.. Smith made some appropriate re
marks. He thought the horticniturlsts OF
this country and those OF Europe, much IN
debted to him for the light aud knowledge
thrown upon the subject, aud there was scarce
any branch of science 10 which he had not
contributed. He had known him from boy,
living in an obs cure part of New York. 60
ing to the woods to split rails, carrying his
book with him, studying whenever he rested
His genius was like those of Arkwrght and
of Fulton bursting out by its own native
force: but one continued effort to advance
ment in knowledge:
WHEREAS, The pursuit of horticulture
tends, in an eminent degree. to refine and
elevate social intercourse and TO increase The
enjoy ment of daily lie, and therefore those
who have unselfishly devoted their energies
to its advancement are TO be recorded among
the benefactors of mankind.
ResoIred, That among these we recognize
David Thomas, of the State Of New York,
whose death has been recently announced,
as e-eminently entitled TO remembrance tor
his many virtues and rare devotion to the In
terests Of science and horticulture.
Resolred, That the life of David Thomas
IS one when can De auNaHtagSOusiy otuOiCu
and initiated, since under all circumstances,
whether in poverty and unknown or aftiuent
and honored, he seemed ever devoted to the
accumulation of practical scientific knowl-
edge and the dissemination of its tastes and
rewards wherever opportunity presented.
Resolred, That in an especial manner are
the friends of horticulture indebted to him
for the immense collection of flowers and
fruits obtained from every portion OF the
world regardless OF expense when the taste
for them in our own country was IN It's lnian-
cy These were carefully arranged and
proved their adaptation to our climate and
wants ascertained. and then with proper lib
erali,y were sent to all who were willing to
receive them.
Resolred, That the evening of his life was
such as might be anticipated from day SO
properly occupied. Unlike those who seek
for glory a. the canuon's mouth, or in the
attainment OF political distinction. he had
the sweet reflection that his success was the
cause Of no sorrow. jealousy, or loss to
any, but that he was truly one Of those whom
God giveth rest from their labors and whose
works do follow them.
Reso1red. That a copy of the resolutions
be sent to Luther Tucker. the editor Of the
Country Gentleman at Albany, New York,
in whose Genessee Farmer David Thomas
name became "household word to the
people OF that State.
REPORT CT THE FRUIT COMMITTEE.
Lewis Jones presented a Seeding from the
yellow bellhower raised by John Henwood,
OF Wayne CO., some 80 years ago. At ma
turity in March and April greatly resembles
its parent except In keeping qualities, and
promises TO be valuable.
Indiana Favorite, Seeding from Fayette
Co, Indiana, ripe, of fair quality.
Hague Pippen, excellent; reported upon
at previous meeting.
Pennsylvania Winesap. very fine flesh OF
not remarkable flavor, but worthy of exam
ination.
R. T. Reed. for name. an apple resem-
bling the Newtown pippen, but rire at the
present time; not first quality.
J. C. Ratliff hightop. tart apple, Ohio
favorite. Newtown pippen. white pippen.
and varieties of Autumn apples.
w. G. Stevens kinds. fine show.
c. I. Mendenhail. for X. Mendenhall. 5
varieties Rhode Island green, white Pippen,
Michael Henry pippen, black apple.
yellow, Roman stem.
The subject of planting shade trees was
taken up. w. R. Smith commenced by say
ing no one should plant locust tree. Joseph
easily to get to grow. He thought the pop
lar very handsome, but rather difficult to get
TO grow.
B. Stra,ton said be had taken the tulip
poplar up without much difficulty by pre-
serving The small fbrous roots. He liked
the red bud and black haw for the lawn
The naples were entitled TO a prominent
place.
w. r. Smith thought it an important SUBJ
ect, that nothing adds more to the beauty of
= town than the long Avenues, with their
trees arching over the street, he would dis
card every foreign variety for the street.
1t was an important subjee; to determine
what were best suited, the elm he thought
pre- eminent to any others for The street, the
upright growing trees not SO handsome; he
would not plant the silver leaf poplar except
in obscure corners, for it would sprout too
much The tulip poplar was not suita BILE for
streets.
w. Wright though. the dogwood should
not be overlooked. 49,
G.. Mendenhall thought We could not do
better than the catalpa, when in bloom it
Was very fragrant, ii was hardy for the street;
the sugar maple would not bear SO much
tranping- The silver poplar he said was
perfectly hardy and would not sprous when
in the street. The linden, too, was good.
il was nice for the lawn.
The executive committee was Instructed
to take the necessary sseps toward holding .
spring exhibition.
! Walker Holmes was elected member. On
motion, adjourned TO meet in two weeks 1t
regular meeting.
q The City Council holds their next NJ
guar meeting on Tuesday evening. February
7th.