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appropriated. For the two years beginning July 1, 1895, this 
joint support was continued, $2500 being appropriated by the 
legislature for equipment, and $3000 per year for running 
expenses. In 1897 the appropriation for running expenses of 
the station was renewed, but the whole amount was given 
ILLINOIS BIOLOGICAL STATION. 
through the State Laboratory of Natural History, and the name 
of the station was changed from “The Biological Experiment 
Station of the University of Illinois ” to “ Illinois Biological 
Station.” 
From its beginning the station has enjoyed the deep interest 
and wise guidance of its experienced director, Prof. 3. A. 
Forbes. Until July 1, 1895, the station was in the immediate 
charge of Prof. Frank Smith; since that date the conduct of its 
operations has been in the hands of the present superintendent. 
