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THE WOODS OF CEYLON. 



A case containing eight dozen specimens of the woods of Ceylon, was 

 presented to the Society by A. Mendis, Mohandiram, with a catalogue of 

 their names, specific gravity, uses, and durability ; and various other 

 specimens of woods have been presented by John Capper, Esq., and others. 

 The whole of these have been referred to a special Committee to collect 

 them together, and make a Report on their number, description, character, 

 and economical uses, with suggestions in regard to their future custody 

 and inspection. 



