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2 and of the influences they severally exert on the strength and durability of the pieces in which they occur; and, further, to offer a few remarks on the principal points that should be attended to in selecting timber for use. It will also be in keeping with the object in view, if I treat of the growth and formation of timber trees, a slight knowledge, at least, of this being necessary to enable us to appreciate their character and general capabilities.