In the season for going amongst Bees careful apiarians are desirous of
having all things ready for use before they are immediately required,
and as being well-armed against the stings of their Bees gives
confidence and coolness to the inexperienced operator, both of which
are so essentially necessary to the successful accomplishment of his
object, I will give the plan of a very simple and convenient Bee-dress,
which has been kindly handed to me by a friend. It is formed of green
leno, and so made as to enclose the head, neck, and shoulders; indeed,
it is like a bag, with sleeves to tie at the wrists. The sleeves are
made of green glazed cambric. It forms altogether a perfect panoply,
and the most timid person with its aid may perform the most difficult
operation with the greatest coolness, and without the possibility of
being stung.