THE MOUNTAIN ASH. 



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those of the least fragrant varieties of Hawthorn. 

 In early summer they are conspicuous from their 

 number, and arrangement in large white clusters : 



FLOWERS OF THE MOUNTAIN ASH. 



when these are shed, the tree is still a pleasing 

 object, from the brightness and elegant shape 

 of its leaves. As autumn advances, it asserts 

 its claims to be considered a fruit-tree, in ap- 



