Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1903-01-14

OHeers whose duty II Is to see that the
Jaw Is observed have no opt on In the mat
ter, IL they respect their ofc al obligation
ana are true to their Official oath: but IL
y most important that every law should
be sustained 10y an unquestlonVd public
sentiment. for officials excited lily popular
suffrage seldom rise to b CHER concertians
OF public duty than is represented by the
prevailing sentiment of their constituents.
GooG citizens may differ ameng them
selves as to the best method of eontending
Wit. the liquor evil, but they cannot af-
manding the faithful, fearless. and imrGr-
tiai enforcement of every existing law. so
long as It continues to lie the law.
Among some of the most earnest and
sincere friends of Temperance In the state,
there is a strong feeling that the prohibit
tory amendment should again be subm tied
portunity to. declare themselves upon the
question. They believe that such an ex-
presSon or the popular will would give re-
newtd strength to the law, and lead to
more complete and thorough enforcement
In those portions of the state where off,
eials have failed to do their duty.
III you are satisfied that the people de-
sire to express themselves upon this mat
ter, II will be your duty to give them an
opportunity to definitely pass upon the
whole question at the polls.
AGRICULTURE
that our agricultural interests are In
nourishlng condition, and that there is
strong feeling OF encouragement among the
farmers of the state.
Tue experiment station and the State
University are aiding much by teaching the
science OF agriculture. They are constant
methods, which have a marked effect In
stimulating every line Of farm work. The
more general use OF modern farm machin-
cry aud better scientific knowledge have
served to stimulate production without a
corresponding increase in cost. Crops, with
the single exception OF corn, have been
abundant. Prices have been high, and
farmers have found ready market for
their products.
The commissioner further says that the
condition of our farmers as whole is con-
stantly improving Their Indebtedness has
largely been decreased and many mort
cages have been cancelled. Farms are bet
and prosperity are everywhere noticeable.
The usual number of farmers Institutes
have been held, and have been well at
tended. Their work Is of great educational
value and Is fully appreciated. The COM
missioner has endeavored to secure the most
practical and successful agrculturlsts In the
country as instructors, and the corps OF
teachers Mt the University of Maine have
aided greatly in promoting the success OF
these meetings.
Crop bullet have been issued quarterly
during the year. They are sent to between
seven and eight thousand farmers of the
state. going largely to those who have per-
sonally expressed a desire to receive them.
The Maine Dairymens Association, which
includes in its membership many of the
most progressive dairymen in the state, ad-
vocates Of the employment of an instructor,
whose duty II shall be to urge better meth
DDS In the production and handling of milk
and cream, the work to be under the direc-
ton and control of the commissioner Of
agriculture.
Much can be done for the advancement
OF Our dairy interests. II proper effort Is
made along the right lines and the value of
these products can be largely increased.
man thoroughly equipped for the work
and competent to give instruction could
greatly stimulate the growth of This indus
try by thu Introduction OF the best methods.
1t Is unnecessary for me to urge the im-
portance Of encouraging in every possible
way the interests of agriculture, upon
employment and support. The prosperity
of the farmer means the prosperity of the
whole STATE and his interests are the most
important that are entrusted to our care.