BOSTON SOCIETY OF NATURAL HISTORY. 



STATEMENT. 



The library contains over 40,000 volumes and over 30,000 

 pamphlets, the value of which is estimated at over $250,000. It 

 contains numerous books and drawings which cannot be replaced. 

 It is one of the most important scientific libraries in America and is 



To provide adequate protection for this library from dust and 

 fire, plans have been prepared to build a fireproof stack. To carry 

 out these plans will cost $1 2,000. Friends of the Society have sub- 

 scribed up to the present date $6,200. An appeal is now made 

 to those interested in the promotion of science to contribute the 

 balance still needed. $5,800. 



extensively used. 



CHARLES S. MINOT, 



President. 



