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ture-writing of the Mexicans with the identical but ruder 

 ornamentation of buffalo robes and tent covers in the Valley 

 of the Upper Missouri, and from other things, deduced his 

 opinion that the developement of art and civilization may be 

 traced from the north southward. Mr. Peale, in reply to 

 questions, described the characteristic "pecking" process by 

 which the best Celts found were prepared for the polishing 

 process and final perfection. 



The annual report of the Finance Committee was read and 

 its recommendations in regard to the official bonds of the 

 late and present treasurer were adopted by the Society. 

 The appropriations recommended for the ensuing year were 

 ordered to be made, viz. : 



For Journals, $50 



Hall, 100 



Binding, 50 



Publications, in addition to the interest on Publication 



Fund, 500 



General account, 1760 



Total, $2460 



Pending nomination No. 416 and noAV nomination No. 417 

 were read. 



Mr. Justice tendered his resignation as a member of 

 Council, which was accepted. 



On motion of Dr. Bache Dr. Morris's resignation was 

 accepted. 



And the Society adjourned. 



