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Z. Oreopieris, and Folypodium Fhegopteris. Lobelia Dortmanna 

 and Nymphcea alba were found growing abundantly in the lake. 



Before leaving, Mr. W. J. Fennell, M.R.I. A., moved, and 

 Professor Symington, M.D., F.R.S., seconded, a cordial vote of 

 thanks to Sir Arthur and Lady Wallace for their kindness and 

 hospitality. 



Leaving Ardnamona about seven o'clock, the party drove 

 direct to Donegal Abbey, where a short time was spent examin- 

 ing the remains of this famous Franciscan Monastery. Mr. V/. 

 J. Fennell, M.R.LA., kindly pointed out the main features, and 

 in a concise address enlightened the members as to its history. 

 On the way back to the Hotel specimens were secured of Viaa 

 sylvatica and Scrophularia aquatica. Dinner was served at 8-30, 

 which finished the day. 



On Friday morning a short visit was paid to Donegal 

 Castle, situated on the north side of the town, after which the 

 cars were mounted at 9-15 for the drive to Brownhall, the 

 residence of Major James Hamilton, D.L., passing, on the way, 

 Magherabeg Abbey, and halting outside the village of Laghy, 

 to inspect the Carboniferous limestone quarries. Brownhall was 

 reached at 11 o'clock, and the party were welcomed by Major 

 and Mrs. Hamilton and their son, Captain Hamilton. Under 

 the guidance of the two gentlemen, the members were enabled 

 tO' explore the wonderful ravines, caves, &c., including the 

 famous Pullans, and at the Sheepskin Cave Major Hamilton 

 thoughtfully provided artificial light from magnesium wire, 

 which enabled the party to^ see the wonderful stalactitic forma- 

 tions. Luncheon was partaken of here, after which all met 

 again at Brownhall House, and a formal vote of thanks was 

 moved by Mr. W. H. Patterson, M.R.LA. , seconded by Dr. A. 

 M. D'Evelyn, and conveyed to our hosts by Mr. Nevin H. 

 Foster, M.B.O.U., Vice-President, for their kindness. The 

 drive was continued to Coolmore on Donegal Bay, which was 

 reached at 3 o'clock, where the party scattered, each intent on 

 his or her particular hobby. Some fine specimens of scrapers 

 and celts were picked up by Dr. D'Evelyn and Mr. W. H. 



