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New York University—By invitation of the authorities of the 
Hall of Fame, New York University, the Garden laid a wreath 
at the base of the bust of Asa Gray, which was unveiled on the 
afternoon of May 21. 
A list of the outside organizations that have held meetings at 
the Garden during 1925 may be found on page 119. 
Appointments, Transfers, and Resignations 
The following new appointments and transfers have been made: 
Mr. Daniel C. Downs, as secretary and accountant, beginning 
January I9. 
Miss Mary Ellen Peck, as Research Assistant, beginning 
September I. 
Miss Alvhild Linnea Wiman, transferred from Library Assistant 
and stenographer to stenographer (in the main office), October Re 
Miss Ruth Blankley, as Library Assistant and stenographer, 
beginning October 16. 
Gifts 
Contributions of funds, plants, seeds, books, and miscellaneous 
items are listed on pages 99-106. These have all been acknowl- 
edged with the thanks of the Governing Committee. These 
gifts are doubly appreciated—for their own sake, and for the 
interest and confidence in our work, of which they are substantial 
evidence. 
Membership 
During the year 181 new members were enrolled. The list of 
members will be found on pages 127-139. 
Distribution of Plants—On April 1-3, 765 roots of Asters 
(Michaelmas Daisies) were distributed to 74 members who 
applied in response to notice in the Postcard Bulletin. The 
supply of Aster roots was soon exhausted and roots of Boltonia 
and Phlox were substituted. 
On May 7 and 8, 728 surplus bulbs from our collection of 
Cannas were supplied to 72 members. Thus during the year 
1,493 roots and bulbs were supplied to 146 members. 
Postcard Bulletins—For the purpose of keeping members 
promptly informed concerning flowers in bloom and other 
items of interest, we inaugurated in March a plan for sending 
