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 misapplication and depredation, is exemplified in the measures wisely entered into by the Commissioners for the care of the turnpike roads in the, the success of which has amply justified their adoption, the roads having been entirely reformed and put into the best possible state for use, at an expence considerably within the revenue of the Trust. This improved state of the finances has enabled the Commissioners to effect several great permanent improvements, without forgetting the necessary provision for liquidation of the debt, which had accumulated during former years.