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, ton, this increase is very gratifying t the friends of the institution The wide spread recognition of the technical work offered by the institution is likewise to be noted in the fact that the student body represents l6 states and foreign countries other than Alabama, as fol- lows: Georgia 66 Florida 2S South Caro- lima A, Tennessee 2l, Mississippi 1S, Louisiana 8, Texas l. North Carolina 4, Kentucky ?, Missouri l. West Virginia |, Wisconsin 1, Mexico g. China ?, Cuba l, Russia l. All of the counties in Ala bama, with three exceptions, are repre- sented, the larger county delegations being as follows: Jefferson 90, Lee 92, Montgomery 2S Mobile 24, Wilcox b, Cal houn 14 Clay 14 Coosa 14, Etowah H., Talladega II, Madison 13 Marengo F, Marion 12, Pickens F. Pike 12, Tallapoosa 12, Clarke 10, Crenshaw 10 Elmore 10, Limestone 10, Shelby 10, Choctaw g. Dale | 9, Dallas 9, Hale 9, Jackson g, Marshall l9, Morgan g, Barbour 8, Escambia s. Houston S. Macon s, Sumter 8, Baldwin ', Lauderdale ', Russell z, Butler c., Cleburne 6, Covington 6, Lamar G. Ran dolph 6, Tuscaloosa 6, Walker 6, DeKalb ,, Monroe ), etc. The maturity of the student body is quite notable, there being 3S3 over 21 years of age, approximately 431 per cent of the entire registration. The chief religious denominations repre- sented are as follows: Methodist 33S, Baptist 25S, Presbyterian POS, Episcopal 57, Catholic fl, Christian 20. Hebrew S. Uni versalist S. and Lutheran 8.
 WORK AND CONDUCT The general behavior of this large body of young men has been admirable throughout the year. I am delighted to record hearty cooperation between the students snd the governing bodies, and a highly gratifying disposition on the part of the young men, collectively and individually, to show their loyalty to the college and it's best interests. Grades in the record books show the highest aver age work in the history of the college. Among other reasons for this excellent spirit of work and gentlemanly conduct, it would appear to me that the maturity of the young men might be one, but even more than this perhaps is the fact that the large majority of the students in at tendance at the college have definitely selected their life work, and are prepar- ing themselves in professional or voca- tional way. Education with them is
 largely matter of business rather than a diversion, a vocation rather than an avocation.
 DEPARTMENTS
 It might be supposed from the forego- ing statements, all of the departments
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set-by the United States authorities are high and definite, and the experiments undertaken under the federal funds are confined very closely to certain strict grades of scientific work. The varied na- ture of this work is indicated by the mere enumeration of the different de- partments engaged in this research: CD Chemistry @ veterinary science; C3 botany; (D horticulture;' (5) entomology; 6) plant disease; @ annual husbandry. One readily conceives the direct practical bearing of all of this work upon the agricultural life of the state. Beyond question, much has been done for the increase of production of cotton, corn, and other products, while efforts are now be- ing made in every way to aid the farmer in marketing these products. Among some of the tangible results of this cam. paign of education conducted in the last 40 years may be mentioned the more the improvement in the percentage of lint and the length of staple in cotton, the breeding of wilt resisting varieties of cotton, the development of new and mo~- profitable varieties of corn and oats, the gradual eradication of the cattle tick, the immense increase in the production of cattle and of hogs in the state, the development of the citrus industry and the general growth of orchards and fruits of different varieties, the growing of alfalfa, crimson clover, bur clover and legumeS of all varieties, etc. Much in- deed has been accomplished for the ben eft of our people, while much remains yet to be done.
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BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS

The report of the chiefs of this work is as follows:
 Boys corn clubs, 37S2; boys four-cror clubs, 49O; boys pig clubs, 24S2; girls canning clubs, 1490
 The boys corn club school of practical agriculture met at Auburn July 26-31, at tended by 221 corn club boys. Instruc- ton was given them in a number of az ricultural subjects. June H-26, 1915, a school of instruction for the girls can ming clubs was held at the college. Dur. ing 1915, 26 counties had organized pig club work. The report of the pig club shows that the average in profit per hog owned by the Boys Pig club was $1.21.
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TRASURER'S REPORT

Copy of the annual report of the treas urer of the college has been forwarded to each member of the board of trustees.
 The receipts and expenditures of the Hatch and Adams reports have been set forth in the regular report of the experi- ment station. Printed copies of this re- port have been sent to each member of the board of trustees and forwarded to the United States department of the u easury and of agriculture in Washing ton.
 The examiner of the United States de- partment of agriculture has audited and checked the Hatch, Adams and Lever accounts, and reports them as entirely satisfactory.
 The receipts and expenditures of the college are set forth in a monthly state ment furnished the president by the treasurer of the college.
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FARMERS INSTITUTE

During the year 1915, 19 farmers insti- tutes were conducted. Number of coun- ties visited, 15; number of institutes, 19; number of sessions, 31. Average attend ance, 50; total attendance, 1885.
 The regular summer school for farm CTS was held at Auburn July 31-August I7, 1915. Nearly all the counties in the state were represented, the attendance being 935. The interest in the lectures and demonstration was greater than usual, and all farmers in attendance were given profitable instruction in live stock and diversified farming. This was the thirteenth session of the farmers sum- mer school a movement that has done much to quicken the mind and enlist the interest of the farmers of the state for better methods and better living.
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i, and attention in the case of many threat ened outbreaks means immediate anc thorough prevention.
 MILITARY
 It is very gratifying to report that ths interest in the military department has been more marked this year than in many years previously. The attendance on the drills, the interest and the eff ciency of the drills have been marked by signal improvement By petition of the commissioned officers and with the ap- proval of the commandant, the Military day of the college has been removed from commencement to February 22. This has resulted in great diminution of expenses that have grown up from various causes connected with the com. petition drill, and a distinct improvement
 in the military spirit and morale of the companies, and, as stated above, in the military drill itself. Major McFarlan of the general staff, United States army in- spected the corps of cadets in April and expressed himself as highly pleased with the bearing of the men, the condition of the arms and equipment, and the maneu vers in the field. Major Moses, the in- spector for the previous year, made a similar report. As l have stated before, in institutions of the most elaborate fa- cilites for athletic and gymnasium work, 8 large percentage of the students fail to take advantage of the opportunities for exercise, while under our military orr ganization, all students have advantage of this enforced physical training, which, while not irksome nor trespassing upon the time for technical work Gan impor- tant consideration, is invigorating, strengthening, and of valuable educa- tional training. For many years it has been personal pleasure to me to wit ness the regimental parade on Saturday morning. I take pleasure in reporting that the present senior class donated to the institution metal steel flag staff, 90 feet in height, together with a very handsome regulation United States flag, which is displayed daily in regular mii- tary manner. The commandant has manifested the keenest interest in his T rt,,
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THE SMITH-LEyER BILL

The provisional acceptance by the gov ernor of Alabama for the polytechnic in stitute of the Smith Lever fund was only ratified by the recent legislature, and the institution was made the permanent cus- todian of this federal fund. Due provIs- ion was also made by the legislature for duplicating the annual appropriations made by the federal government. The work performed under the provisions of the bill has proved eminently satisfac- tory. It is of a highly constructive and helpful nature to the vast masses of the farming people, and in producing most notable results in the general improve ment of our farming interests. You will be pleased to know that the federal au- thorities also regard highly this work as conducted under the supervision of the college There has been complete har- mony between the three great co-operat- ing agencies, namely: The United States department of agriculture, the state de- partment of agriculture and the Alabama Polytechnic institute The statement must be reiterated, however, that these funds for extension purposes in no way sustain the financial burden of the col lege proper, as an educational institution A splendid opportunity for service in- matter of fact, in many respects, the administration of this fund brings only additional labors and expenses to the college organization. All these depart ments of extension are sadly in need of additional room and increased accommo- dations in every way.
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Two Birmingham, Ala. Stores Jacksonville, Fla.
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DEPARTMENTS

It might be supposed from the forego- ing statements, all of the departments
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EDUCATION


 Pursuant to the instructions of the
 board of trustees, the department of edu- cation has been organized in the institu- ton, and it has been proved to be an eminent success in every particular, un-
 der the direction of the two distinguished educators, Prof Zebulon Vance Judd and Prof. w. c. Blasngame formerly head Of the second district agricultural school at Evergreen The attendance on
 the classes in education has reached a total of 1S2 students. being composed
 largely of young men in the junior and senior classes, who are intending to go
 into educational work. The Germans have proverb that whatever we wish to
 introduce into the state must be first in troduced into the schools, and so it is felt that if any adequate results are to be derived by the masses of the people from industrial education, our teachers should become acquainted with the rural sciences and industries as taught in high grade technical institutions. In extension of this movement, summer session of
 the college has been organized, and this,
 too, has demonstrated each year the in- creasing demand in the state of Alabama for professionally trained teachers. The announcement of the third annual sum- mer session for June to July 19 offers a
 most attractive programme of academic
 and technical courses, embracing a wide range of interests. It is very gratifying that the large plant of the institution, professors, laboratories and equipment
 can thus be utilized for a longer period
 of the year. The additional expenses for
 this work, however, have been heavy
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GYMNASIUM ATHLETICS

The dedication of the alumni gymna- sium on February 9 was great day for Auburn. Perhaps no college has ever received at the hands of it's sons a finer pledge, and earnest of affection, than that rendered to Auburn by her sons. " There was present a notable company of distinguished guests and alumni. and al together the affair was one of the keen
 est interest and pleasure. The occasion
 was graced by his excelency. Governor Charles Henderson and Mrs. Henderson
 Captain Sheehan. editor of the Montgom- cry Advertiser. and such eminent repre-
 sentatives of the leading colleges of the south as Prof. S. V. Sanford, University
 of Georgia; Prof. William N. Randle, Georgia School of 9echnology; Pres.
 Walter Riggs, Clemson college; Dr. Charles Barnwell, University of Ala bama: Pres. Edward Holmes, secretary or the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic association. As you know, our college enjoys what I regard as very just reputation for it's high standards of sportsmanship. and in it's multifarious athletic contests. it has won the affec- tion and esteem of all the leading col leges of the south. The gracious greetz ings of the southern colleges on this happy occasion were source of deep qualification to all friends of Auburn. As you also know. the athletics of the college covers every phase of physical sports. and on many days in pleasant
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duties as a favor fro which the children
should be eternally grateful TO them.
Then, parents often do the greatest
wrong to their children by choosing a
calling for them before they are born,
instead OF waiting until the right career
is suggested by their natural aptitudes.
In fact, it Is not usually in the interests
OF the child that this choice is made,
but most commonly to satisfy the pater-
nal or maternal vanity or the tastes OF
the parents.
Even when this choice is not brutal
contradiction OF the legitimate aspra-
tons OF the child, the wishes of the par
entS continually thwart and confuse its
development. These wishes prevail
over the apttudes OF the child, and
turning him from his true career con-
denim him 10 perpetu.' discomfort in an
unsuitable walk OF walk. That is
crime OF "lesc-individuality."
AS humanity only acquires value
through the individual. through the
greatest possible number ~ individuals
working and creating. the family by les
SEEMING the strength OF an individual, by
the exercise of its legal powers, com
mits crime OF "lese humanity"
AS against the duties OF children to-
ward the family. it is now time to assert
their rights.
These rights are more sacred than the
ancient and superannuated rights OF the
family over the children, because they
are important to the future. and the
future is more sacred than the past.
IL is iniqutous that in time when
love Of liberty and hatred Of tyranny
have overthrow kings and emperors.
the tyranny of the family should still
exist.
do not, OF course, propose to abandon
all control and leave the child to its own
instincts.
The child. being in process of forma-
ton, cannot know itself, and therefore
is incompetent to guide itself 1t has
only vague and fleeting desires. 1t must
be instructed concerning its own nature
and taught to reveal itself.
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The Father Ruins
His Sons Mind and Body

Thus the law, which no longer recog-
nizes fathers right to kill his offspring
as in Roman times, still gives hilp the
right to destroy his mind and body 10
considerable degree. The father can de-
prive his son OF everything that makes
life worth living. He can condemn him
TO live With harsh and degraded persons.
and all that simply for some boyish
escapade Usually the children thus
punished had only shown some independ
ence and lack Of discipline, which are
often marks OF a strong character, which
would later make them develop into capa-
BILE citizens. This power, conferred up
on one human being 10 tyranniZe over
another being in process Of formation,
who should receive every respect and
every consideration is a social infamy.
Side by side with the fathers power.
affirmed by law. another menace of child
birth is the more or less occult influence
of the mother.
For the ordinary mother, the child is
a fragile toy which can never be sur
rounded with too much care and love.
1t is a dollhouse plant over which she
must watch necessarily. both physically
and morally. She envelopes the child in
network Of tenderness-gentle, subtle,
tenuous-in which 1t grows weak. Its
natural daring. its youthful reckless
ness, is hampered. 1t is restrained
when it should expand. What the father
does not command the mother obtains
by cntreaty.
The proof OF this is that in later life,
when adult persons are brought to a
condition Of misery or weakness, the
| image Of the mother appears to their
weakened minds and even the word
mother" usually comes to their lips.
How we'll is our French conception OF
motherly tenderness illustrated by that
favori,e picture, Madame Vigee lie
Brun and Her Child" by herself 1t is
Neautiful picture, but it reveals marvel
asly the clinging parasitic type of
motherly love. which holds It's child so
closely as almost to choke 1t, and which
is really one Of the greatest moral weak
nesses Of our nation.
Thus parents. in different ways abuse
their artificial rights over their children,
without recognizing any other obliga-
tons than to keep them alive and to
choose calling for them. The majority
OF parents even seem to regard these
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The Ideal Athenian
System of Education.

The Athcnans combined intellectual
with physical perfection In their gymna-
STA and this should be our aim in edu.
cation to-day.
Tho modern State should re-establish
these gymnasia aud widen their scope.
The State should receive all the children
OF the nation from their birth, care for
them as babies in nurseries, and then
pass them on to the gymnasia. There
they would spend their childhood and
their youth. There they would develop
freely and tremendously.
In these gymnasia. situated far from
the towns, in vast open space. in a
beautiful country, every branch OF edu.
cation would be included, including
sports and instruction. manual, technical,
scientific, philosophic and artistic
The same morality. the same hygiene,
the same conception Of the nation would
form III the Gymnasia citizens with homo
geneouS souls
~ youth. strong, v!rile, devoid OF all
sentimentality, would come out Of these
institutions. and, beginning with their
own generation. raise the intellectual,
moral and dynamic level OF the nation
which should be the first to apply these
principles of rational education They
would place that nation without question
at the head of the civilized world.
There exists only one way OF realizing
the great modern dream OF equality, and
that is, to make all human beings from
birth equal in the treatment they receive
from the community. The first step
necessary for this is the suppression OF
the family. Equality for men who are
necessarily different can only exist in
the form Of equality Of advantages. and
the means of development offered by
society.
In brief, the child OF the State" will
he the triumph of the individual for the
greatest benefit OF the community. IL
will be the logical realization OF the great
ideal Of equality through which alone
humanity can become godlike.
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will certainly receive nothing. Those
are the facts concerning the physiolog-
ical domain. AS TO the instruction and
education which parents usually give
their children, that is also n normal act.
since these things are the creation OF
the civilization by which the parents
themselves have benefited. The latest
Corners should receive the benefit of all
the human labor which has prepared the
world for them.
The child owes a debt not to his fam
lily, but to the community, to do his share
OF work for civilization.
On the other hand. parents who count
on the help Of their children in their old
age are perfect cyclists. They have no
right to claim it as Il debt 1t is only a
charity, like that which the State gives
TO paupers and sick people.
The State has acquired innumerable
rights-moral rights and fiscal rights,
the right OF law making, the right OF
Furnishing and rewarding, the right OF
life and death. all rights which restrict
the liberty OF the individual. 1t has also
recognized certain duties toward the
poor and the sick and the weak. but it
has neglected the most important duty
OF all-that which it owes 10 the child
1t controls everything in the lives OF
the finished individuals who make up the
present, and it seems to take little in
terest i'll the child, who is the most neces-
sary element OF the future.
The State. with us and other countries,
has established compulsory instruction.
but this means little when the power or
education and direction is delegated to
the family, which interprets this power
according TO its egotistic sentiments
The child represents tho future OF the
community, the element of invention,
OF creation, Of continuation and OF
growth. 1t is, therefore. right that the
nation should assume the exclusive cdn-
cation Of the child.
The State must watch over the phys
ical development of the children, not only
because In healthy body energy Is
greater than in weak one, and pro-
ductivo labor Is In proportion to this
Great Britain Rights Reserved.
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He still possesses the atrocious

cation from whatever family they come.
1t should guide them into callings suit
able to their abilities and their tastes, SO
as to obtain the best work from them.
Absolute personal disinterestedness the
attentive Indifference OF strangers, are
alone capable Of properly judging, con-
trolling and directing children according
to their capacities-that is to say, Of put
ting every one in the right place, where
it can produce the most for the greatest
good Of the nation and the greatest hap.
piness OF the individual
We have no need to prove this by ex-
perience. Ancient Greece. to which we
are often obliged TO turn to find eX
amples of beauty in those magnificent
centuries when physical and moral
beauty reached its highest development,
created n sublime harmony in education.
All the children were taken entirely from
their parents in the period of Athenan
greatness and sent TO the gymnasa.
In another Greek State, Sparta. they
carried the system Of physical education
to its highest perfection. The idea was
to make the boy strong. healthy and
brave, and neither paternal tyranny nor
maternal tenderness was permitted TO
hinder this purpose.
At the annual festival OF the "Diamas-
tigosis" in Sparta boys OF eight under
went test OF courage by being whipped
before the altar OF Artemis. A recent
painting shows us this Interesting cere-
mony with the boy in the middle dis
lance prone on the ground.
The eXecutioner stands over the boy
holding long double switch, and by the
altar one of the priests holds up stat
uette OF the goddess that was supposed
TO become suddenly heavy If the lashing
was not severe enough. The Spartan
mother calmly looked on to see that their
children bore themselves bravely.