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pheric conditions for observing are poor, promises but little 
return to science and that the improvement of our knowledge 
_ Of the physical characteristics of the Stellar Universe is to be 
found in seeking improved points of observation, such as are 
most probable to be found on high plateaus. 
Mr. Chas. Robertson presented a paper on ** Flowers and 
Insects-Labiatae.”’ 
Prof. G. G. Broadhead presented a paper on ‘* The Ozarks 
and Geological History of Missouri Palaeozoic Formations.’’ 
The president was. authorized to appoint a committee to 
consider the question of a change of quarters. 
NoveMBer 7TH, 1892. 
Vice-President Gray in the chair, twelve members pres- 
ent. The Corresponding Secretary read a letter from Dr. 
Branner, asking for an exchange of publications, which was 
referred to the Council. 
Dr. Green read a paper on ‘* The Opening of the Buds of 
Some Woody Plants,’’ by Prof. -- S. Hitchcock. 
NOVEMBER 2IsT, 1892. 
President Pritchett in the chair, seven members present. 
r. Sander made a statement concerning the collection of 
membership fees. 
DrEcEMBER 5TH, 1892. 
Prof. Pritchett in the chair, ten members present. The 
following committee were elected to make nominations of — 
Officers for the ensuing year :— 
Dr. Green, Chairman. 
Judge Speck. 
Prof. Potter. 
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