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pany, stationed at Santiago de Cuba, had already sent letters 
of introduction to Mr. H. C. Reed, superintendent of the Mayari 
mines, and it is largely due to the many facilities placed at my 
Fic. 23. Rhipsalis Cassutha, on tree, Woodfred, Oriente, Cuba. 
disposal by Mr. Reed, and the assistance rendered by his asso- 
ciates, that my stay in the Nipe region was comfortable as well 
as profitable. 
