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which tho not of any great importance
yet demand a little attention Cotton
thrives well in the soil and climate
and tho it is apply'd only at present
to the home consumption of the province
yet it might certainly be extended so
as to become a considerable article of
exportation Indigo and Rice at
present ingross all their attention not
because they cannot raise other staples
but because these while the demand is
great are more profitable - Cotton will
hereafter be a valuable staple - Wine
Silk, Oil. Hemp and Flax are other
products which in the back country
may be cultivated in the greatest plenty
but this is not to be expected till the

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