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The National Intelligencer And Washington Advertiser
Washington, District Of Columbia
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Prominent American figures like Gen. Washington, R. R. Livingston, D. Humphreys, G. W. P. Custis, and Gen. Heath are highlighted as patrons of agriculture, particularly in efforts to introduce improved sheep breeds. Livingston's book on sheep management is praised for its value.
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Among the most distinguished patrons of American agriculture may be ranked Gen. Washington; R. R. Livingston, late Ambassador to France; D. Humphreys, late Ambassador to Portugal and Spain, and G. W. P. Custis, a near relative of the late Gen. Washington--all men of fortune, whose example cannot fail to have a happy influence on their countrymen.
It seems to be the darling object of the three survivors of their old departed friend, to introduce an improved breed of sheep. On their laudable endeavors may heaven and their country smile. Mr. Livingston has lately published a book on the natural management of sheep, which bids fair to do more real service to the community, than any political book in his or any other man's power to have written.
Gen. Heath is a practical farmer, and when we see the most honorable men in our land devoting their time and talents to this noble pursuit, can it fail to be held among the most elevated employments of man?--Boston Pat.
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Distinguished patrons of American agriculture include Gen. Washington, R. R. Livingston (late Ambassador to France), D. Humphreys (late Ambassador to Portugal and Spain), and G. W. P. Custis (near relative of Gen. Washington). The three survivors aim to introduce an improved breed of sheep. Mr. Livingston published a book on the natural management of sheep. Gen. Heath is a practical farmer, elevating agriculture as a noble pursuit.