[ 1 ] The objectors to this hypothesis will be generally found among those who are unable to give a more plausible elucidation. Those who oppose the fact that one bee is the mother of the whole family, will probably be in the same class.
[ 2 ] See Appendix of Cottage Bee-keeper, page 118.
[ 3 ] When Mr. Miner wrote his manual recommending this size, 1,728 inches, for all situations, it should be remembered he lived on Long Island. Since removing to Oneida County in this State, either his own experience or some other cause has changed his views, as he now recommends my size, viz., 2,000 inches.
[ 4 ] I have added a side box occasionally, but it has seldom paid me for the trouble.
[ 5 ] A line of bees-wax made with a guide-plate, or other means, is found to be of but little use.