Seventh Session, held at Mozart Hall, New York City, September 14,15 and 16,1858.

The fruit which had arrived was arranged in a hall devoted to the purpose, where it was found impossible to exhibit more than half the quantity already received. A larger hall was immediately engaged, and rapidly filled with splendid specimens of fruit, notwithstanding the extremely poor season.

Delegates were present from all States, and fruit from fifteen.

The Convention was called to order by Mr. President Wilder, at 11 A. M., there being a large number of the most intelligent fruit culturists present, Louis E. Berckmans of New Jersey, Br. Brinckle* of Philadelphia, Barry of Rochester, and others.

Delegates handed in their credentials.

Biennial members renewed membership by paying fee of $2, life members $20.'

Transactions of 1654-56 distributed.

Hon. M. P. Wilder then delivered the Annual Address, with his accustomed clearness.

At the close of Mr. Wilder's address, Mr. T. W. Field of Brooklyn, presented the following resolutions:

Risolved, That the thanks of the American Pomological Society be tendered to the Hon. M. P. Wilder for his long and valuable services as President of the Association, and for the uniform courtesy and impartiality with which he has discharged the duties of his office.

Resolved, That in view of his distinguished ability as a presiding officer, and his extensive knowledge as a Pomologist, his services are especially desirable in the chair of the Society, and that his acceptance of the same will be the surest guarantee of its progress and prosperity.

Carried by acclamation. Mr. Wilder very patiently bore the additional burden imposed on him so unanimously, and thanked the Convention for this renewed honor.

Committee on Nominations retired.

Convention adjourned to meet in half an hour.

2 P. M. - Society convened. The Committee on Nominations handed in the names of officers, which were accepted. Mr. Barry positively declining to serve longer, Mr. T. W. Field was appointed instead, and unanimously elected to fill the office.

The American Pomological Society #1

On the first of September, 1848, the convention of pomologists which eventually resulted in the organization of the American Pomological Society, was held in the city of Buffalo. Ten years having since elapsed, during which time important results have been achieved by the Society, a brief retrospect of its past labors; and a few suggestions relative to its future course, may not be mistimed.

Being from its inception deeply interested in the Society, I have been present at nearly all its meetings, and observed with attention the operation of the method of procedure which has been usually adhered to, with success. In the course of debate it occasionally happened that time was consumed upon matters of little moment; but I am of the opinion that upon no other plan could the efforts of the Society have been better directed, or more efficacious in extricating the science of pomology from the disorder and confusion in which it was involved. Whether for the future that plan can be improved upon is a subject which I shall present for consideration.

During the past ten years the Society has accomplished much - perhaps more than any but its most sanguine members anticipated. It has catalogued nearly 1000 varieties of fruit, which are classified in the following manner.

American Pomological Society #2

We are informed by Mr. Wilder that this Society will meet in Philadelphia, September 11th. The day is appointed early, in order not to interfere with the exhibitions of the various Agricultural and Horticultural Societies. A large attendance will thus be secured; for members can attend at Philadelphia, and return home in time to look after their local shows.

American Pomological Society #3

We learn from the Gardener's Monthly, that the immense building of the Academy of Music at Philadelphia has been secured for the meeting of the American Pomological Society on the 11th of September next.

American Pomological Society #4

We have received the following Circular from Presi- dent Wilder; its importance will claim for it the attention of every pomologist in the country.

The work of the society will be greatly promoted, and its labors much simplified, by complying with the suggestions of the circular, and we hope this will not be overlooked.

American Pomological Society #5

We would again call attention to the meeting of this Society, to be held in Philadelphia on the 11th of September. The meeting will be held in the large Assembly Building, at the corner of Tenth and Chestnut streets. The large hall, 135 by 30 feet, will be devoted to the exhibition of fruit, nnd the smaller hall will be reserved for the business meetings and discussions of the Society. Every member and delegate should bring samples of fruit, and those who can not come should send by express. The accommodations will be ample.