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parent and N. coerulea as seed parent. The resulting cross 
was in most points a fine blend between the two parents, 
though in some details, it seemed to sway more to one than 
to another. The stock had been placed in the hands of 
Messrs. Dreer for distribution. The second hybrid had N. 
zanzibariensis as pollen parent and N. elegans as seed parent. 
The hybrid bore flowers of large size, and very attractive 
appearance. The third hybrid was a cross between N. 
capensis and N. zanzibariensis. 
Dr. Conard then described a set of hybrid cannas from 
the Conard and Jones Nurseries at West Grove. Many of 
their recent hybrids were shown, but the special and newest 
triumph was considered to be Canna “Mont Blanc,” an 
almost pure white form, which would soon be placed on the 
market. 
The director of the University Garden then announced 
the donation to it by Mr. Roberts Le Boutillier of his large 
and valuable collection of orchids, palms and ferns. These 
included about 270 specimens and 158 species, many of the 
plants being of large size. He then drew attention to a col- 
lection he had recently secured in London, including species 
of Calamus, Masdevallia, Bromelia, Gleichenta, etc. 
Dr. Harshberger exhibited several parasitic and saprophy- 
tic fungi, including Polyporus sulphureus, Agaricus melleus, 
etc. 
October 18. Dr. Miller in the chair. Mr. Benjamin 
Pascal spoke on “Lumbering in the Forests of Maine.” He 
described the geographical features and plant relationships 
observed from Portland northward, and specially as seen 
around Rangeley Lakes. Judicious fire laws were enforced 
alike for railroad companies and the general public. Large 
areas of white pine had been cut out, but the red pine still 
existed in quantity. The white cedar was being extensively 
cut for shingle purposes, but the hemlock, larch, striped 
maple and birches were still abundant over some areas. 
Dr. Harshberger then spoke on “The Structure, Repro- 
