The Marion Board of Trade wishes to call your attention to the fact that unless the present force of hands at work on the State Highway in this county is materially increased the Highway will not be opened next season. We understand that there is a force of convicts at work on the Bat's Cave road that will be available for work elswhere now soon. We most urgently request you to secure this force for the work in this county. The completion of the State Highway is a matter of State-wide interest, and we belive that you will be serving the interest of the public by granting this request. We are fully aware of the fact that you have been extremely kind to us in this matter in the past, and you are assured that your kindness has been very much appreciated. Please give this matter your careful and serious consideration, and we trust that you will see your way clear to grant our request.