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BUENOS AYRES. 



sure was read by the secretary, and at the end 

 a member, sitting lolling in his chair, delivered 

 a short speech against it. 



After this we went to the public library — 

 the best thing to be seen at Buenos Ayres. 

 The foundation of this library was formed from 

 the books belonging to the Jesuits, and taken 

 possession of on their expulsion ; these were 

 arranged by Moreno, who is also cele- 

 brated for being one of the first among the 

 Buenos Ayreans who stood up for the inde- 

 pendence of his country. There is a great pro- 

 portion of theology, law, and physic ; but there 

 are also some expensive books on ancient and 

 modern history, as well as prints and travels. 

 This library is open to the public between the 

 hours of ten and four ; and persons are ap- 

 pointed to hand down the books that are re- 

 quired. 



