Much scientific
work is also devoted to a study of the various diseases of animals.
The Division of Seeds.--Over $100,000 are expended each year
by the Division of Seeds in the purchase of "rare and valuable"
seeds, bulbs, and plants. These are distributed free throughout the
country for the purpose of fostering the introduction of new and
more valuable crops.
Public Road Inquiries.--Another important interest is carried
on by the Office of Public Road Inquiries. Here experiments are
made with regard to the best system of road-making and the best
materials to be used for that purpose.
Weather Bureau.--Through the Weather Bureau daily forecasts
and warning of storms are sent to over 50,000 different points,
and storm signals are displayed at 300 places on our coasts. By its
operation, millions of dollars are saved each year to the
agricultural and maritime interests of the country. A recent decree
of the Post-office Department renders the reports of the bureau of
still greater service.
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