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possessed by the gorilla would doubtless render him a formidable 

 adversary. In stature the gorilla is considerably larger than his 

 relative the chimpanzee, and, so far as can be judged from such slight 

 knowledge as we have, he does not possess nearly as much intelligence 

 as the latter has frequently shown. 



A GROUP OF MONKEYS 

 "Brnther and Sister" 



The Chimpanzee is very sociable and most affectionate in 

 disposition, having a strong attachment for his keeper, and exhibiting 

 every sign of uneasiness when separated from him. He is also 

 exceedingly playful, and tries every variety of tricks wnth any other of 

 his kind that may be confined in the same inclosure. Of course, there 

 is sometimes a great difference between individuals; some being cross 



