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cording to Indian ideas. His colfection is the most extensive that has 

 been gained by any collector among the tribes of the Slouan family, 

 and it is the first one contributed by an Indian. 



Dr. W. J. Hoffman and Mr. Josiah Curtin, as heretofore, have con- 

 tinued to assist in the work of the synonymy of the Indian tribes. 



[In consequence of severe illness, Professor Baird had not extended 

 and completed his report, as he doubtless had contemplated ; and the 

 Acting Secretary respectfully submits the same, without feeling called 

 upon for further comment.] 



Washington, December 1, 1887. 



