In no other way but by science, by steam, by machinery, by artificial manure, and, in one word, by the exercise of intelligence, can we compete with the world.

It is ridiculous to suppose we can do so by returning to the ignorance and prejudice of our ancestors.

No; we must beat the world by superior intelligence and superior energy.

But intelligence, mind, has ever had every obstacle to contend against.

Look at M.Lesseps and his wonderful Suez Canal.