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Entomological Papers, being chiefly Descriptions of Ceylon 

 Coleoptera, with observations on their habits, &c. — 

 By J. Nibtner, Esq. 1 



Description of new and little-known Species of Ceylon 

 Nudi branchiate Molluscs, and Zoophytes. — By E. F. 

 Kelaart, Esq., M.D. 76 



Account of the Works of Irrigation constructed by King 

 Parakrama Balm, contained in the 68th and 79 th 

 Chapters of the Mahawariso, with Introductory Re- 

 marks. — By L. De Zoysa, Mudaliyar ... * ... 125 



Topographical and Statistical Account of the District of 



Nuwarakalawiya. — By A. 0. Beodie, Esq. ... 136 



