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ment of the tiue arts, the rewarding of discoverers and inventors, the 

 organization of exploring expeditions, as well as the general diffusion 

 of education were all objects of his special regard." 



In view of these facts it is — 



Resolved, That in the death of Hon. Samuel Sullivan Cox the Smith- 

 sonian Institution has suffered the irreparable loss of along-tried friend, 

 the Board of Kegents of a most valued associate and active member 

 during fifteen years of service, and the country of one of its most dis- 

 tinguished citizens. 



Resolved, That the Board of Eegents desire to express their deep 

 sympathy with the bereaved family of the deceased, and direct that 

 a copy of these resolutions be transmitted to the widow of their late 

 associate. 



On motion of Senator Cullom, the Board adjourned sme die. 



