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In addition to its function of conveyinpr intelligence of local 

 significance, this first volnme is fortunate in having secured 

 original contributions which constitute a distinct increase in our 

 knowledge of the forms with which they deal. Other papers 

 of an expert nature are in hand and will appear in the second 

 volume. Of course it cannot be pretended that these articles will 

 appeal very strongly to the personal proclivities of every reader 

 of this journal. In such cases it can only be suggested that 

 subscribers should rest content with the assurance that they are 

 receiving good measure for their money and be satisfied with the 

 crumbs which fall from the specialist's table. 



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