We at first looked with suspicion upon the formation of this species of Agricultural Society, feeling that it might in time develop some purpose or personal motive in the minds of the leaders which would debase the objects of the membership. Thus far we have seen nothing particularly to criticise, and much to commend. The leaders in chief have been singularly quiet; we have not yet seen any manifestation of intention to use the Oranges for any wire-working, for private interest, or public jobs; and viewing the order from an independent stand-point, we admit that it is capable of doing great benefit, and has already done a vast amount of good. Being confined exclusively to farmers and their families, there is a unity of purpose and interest, there is no diversity arising from the presence of the interests of other occupations. It is stated that one-third of all the grain elevators and grain warehouses in Iowa are owned or controlled by the Granges; and no less than 5,00Q,000 bushels of grain were shipped to Chicago on Orange account prior to December last.

The number of cattle and hogs shipped in the same manner is enormous, and the reports received from all these shipments show an increased profit to the farmers of from ten to forty per cent., as compared with the usage received at the hands of the average "middleman " in times previous. In the matter of purchasing agricultural implements direct from the manufacturers, the Orange purchases of the State have saved the farmers, by actual computation and comparison of the price at the implement stores $365,000. For instance, one class of reapers rating at No. 1, retailing at $240, was sold to the Orange, in fours or more, at $140, a clear " save " of $100 on each machine.

The Western farmer has been plundered so much by all the various middle agencies, between him and the Eastern market, that it is'no wonder they have arisen and placed themselves in defence. They are right, and we can now witness from their number the influence they can exert, if necessary. Reliable estimates now state the number to be over 2,000,000 members, which will be increased to 3,000,000 before next January.

We warn the Oranges against all political tendencies, nor to permit wire-pulling or log-rolling among them, or their influence will decline.

Preserve their organization solely for the purpose of society, to correct existing abuse; to provide dearer and more judicious systems of agriculture; to help the farmer procure a better market; to save him from exorbitant profits in the purchase of his implements, and the organization will always be a grand power for good. It is perfectly proper that the Oranges may use their influence to turn scamps out of office, and secure the election of honest citizens, but this must be incidental, not a primary object. We shall watch the progress of the association with much interest. As yet, it is unknown in the Eastern States. We think it would not be appreciated here, in fact of but little use.