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the albumen in a bird’s egg inside the shell. The eggs are laid in 
a connected string and impregnations probably occur as they are 
extruded. The egg takes in water by endosmosis. 
The Menopoma frequents the muddy banks of the river, in which 
to secrete its eggs. In external appearance there is at this time a 
change, and we may say that the animal puts on its “marriage 
dress.” The tail broadens and there is a plaited extension of the 
skin, along the sides of the body. The Menopoma is nocturnal in 
its habits. 
5. The Entomological Section of the American Association, 
Buffalo, N. Y. Address of Dr. LuConrs, President of the See- 
tion.—After noticing some of the evidences of progress in new 
publications, etc., Dr. LeConte added: 
wou 
were signed by many of the most influential bodies for the promo 
: i uring the 
winter these memorials were sent to Congress, in the expectation 
that some proper legislation would follow. One of the Senators, 
tific guidance. This bill provided for the appointm 
: the Uo 
as to pro- 
e Department of 
offered to them as candidates for the position.— Buf alo 
Courier, Aug. 25, 1876. 
