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has been interested in all things found in nature and his appreciation 

 and deep love of the beauty of the plants and birds have been an in- 

 spiration to the hundreds who have listened to his lectures in class- 

 room and lecture hall. 



His interest in the flora of Vermont prompted him to publish in 

 1882 a general "Catalogue of the Flora of Vermont." This was re- 

 vised by him six years later. His list contained "1,360 species and 

 varieties included in 479 genera." This was an addition of about 360 

 species to the lists of Oakes, 1842, and Torrey, 1853. This publication 

 was of the utmost importance to botanical workers. 



Professor Perkins showed an equal interest in the birds of Ver- 



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mont, delivering many lectures, publishing a large number of articles 

 on birds and finally bringing out a list of the birds of the state. 



The compilation of these lists was important pioneer work and 

 all members of the two clubs are under deep obligation to Dr. Perkins 

 for this early task. 



During the past 22 years Dr. Perkins has been state geologist and 

 as such has visited all parts of the state, studying its geology, plant 

 life and its birds. 



He maintains the attitude that scientific interest is not a prize to 

 be sought only by those who can devote their entire life to the quest 

 but something to be cherished and cultivated in the life and interest 

 of every individual. Always tolerant of those whose enthusiasms ran 

 in a totally different direction and had therefore had no opportunity to 

 cultivate in early life an interest in the out-of-doors, he is yet ready at 

 all times to offer suggestions, to narrate incidences, to point out the 

 beauties of adjustment and fitness as exhibited in the structure and 

 life of flora and birds. 



SECRETARY'S REPORT— JOINT MEETING 



Nellie F. Flynn 



The 23rd annual meeting of the Vermont Botanical club and the 

 16th annual meeting of the Vermont Bird club were held at the Univer- 

 sity of Vermont, Friday and Saturday, January 30 and 31, 1920. Dr. 

 Harry F. Perkins of Burlington was elected chairman for the sessions 

 of the clubs. The chairman appointed a committee, consisting of three 

 members, on nominations and a similar committee on place for summer 

 meeting. 



