Observations.
In the rural establishments merely, situated in the suburbs of the capital, thousands of families may engage themselves immediately.
With respect to those Immigrants who may come to establish themselves in the flourishing Colonies of Santa Fé, Baradero, San Jose, or others actually forming in various parts of the Republic, we do not hesitate to say that, owing to the fertility of the land, they will rapidly acquire a modest fortune.
In summer, Farm Labourers get 6s. to 7s. 6d. per day.
The scarcity of Domestic Servants is notorious—a preference being given to Women.
Sempstresses, Milliners, Dressmakers, and Laundresses, however numerous the arrivals, are certain of employment.
Artisans of all descriptions, and Immigrants, even though of no fixed calling, will get employment to their satisfaction, immediately on landing.
The Railways now employ a large staff, but some thousands of labourers are required for the earthworks that are being pushed forward with the greatest activity.
Immigrants—above all, those with a knowledge of Minerals—will find very lucrative employment in the rich and numerous Mines of San Juan, Mendoza, La Rioja, Catamarca, Jujuy, Cordova, and Salta, which are now being worked with the most satisfactory results.
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