Connecticut western news., 1884-11-05
A Letter from Florida.
(For as oonnecticut Western Ne,os.)

(For the Connecticut Western Ne,cs.)
 Dear Ne,Cs II am on the ocean again homeward bound, in the Carondelet, one of the Malony line of steamers, which I was compelled to take on account of the wretched system of southern railroad disconnection. But every loss and dis appointment of life has some compen- sation.
 We are now sailing pleasantly into the harbor of New Brunswick, Ga., and as we shall be detained few hours, the impulse came to me, with force, to write to the NEWS another letter, partly to show appreciation for your kindness in sending me the NEWS while I was at Minneola, Fla.
 I conclude, from the number of let ters which I received in my last mail in Florida, that my articles in your paper were quite widely read, and some impression was made by them and that impression favorable to Florida My purpose was not to excite any fresh interest in the Flowery state, and my banter: "Now send on your checks, Twas playfully said. I would not, however, take back 8 single word of commenda- tion that may have written or uttered in regard to Florida It is with real re- gret that turn my face toward the quick coming winter on the banks of the Hudson. The climate is so genial, my health has been so perfect, that I wish to remain. Still, do not mean to be misunderstood. am not ignorant, nor do.I wish anyone to be ignorant of the disadvantages belonging to Florida. The reader must always remember that 1t IS new country, and unless he purchases an improved place, it will take time and labor, and it may be some hardship, be- fore comfortable home is secured, but I maintain that in less time, with less trouble and hardship, such home can be secured in Florida, and with brighter prospect of remunerative cultivation of the soil, Guhn Hb bu0 uOIbA WChbs
 There are so many things that can be followed with clear prospect of success after one gets started. Orange culture is but small part of what Florida is designed for. Florida is soon to be the winter garden of this country. Nearly every one around Minneola are going to raise vegetables for the New York mar ket this winter. A few were engaged at it last winter, and concluded 1t was more profitable than growing fruit. Some of the first sent crates of brought $9 crate.
 Milk and butter production might be made profitable. I can keep on the same number of acres in Florida, more stock on the grasses that can be raised here than any farmer of the north can. think that statement will be question ed, even by those who have visited Florida, and only looked at the white sand ,and supposed that it was not possi- bie to cut five or six tons of Guinea grass from one of those white acres, but such is the fact. expect, when I go to Flor ida again, to have stock on my place, and forage enough for them.
 The orange and the Georgia Lacompte pear will be the principal fruits of the state.
 Land is pretty well up, getting to be all over the state, but in some favored spots it is very high; but know of sev- eral purchases which might be made, that would be sure to appreciate greatly and some good land that can be had at reasonable rates.
 If any of my friends or readers wish information in regard to lands or ex- pense of transportation, or the necessary outfit for Florida life, it will be 8 pleas ure for me to answer all inquiries possi- ble. Address, Fishkill-on-H Hudson, New York. Yours as ever,
 ROBERT HUNT
 October 24, 1884.