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The mussels which have been transplanted are thus in a highly 
satisfactory condition from a bacteriological point of view, and I 
have no doubt by this time are altogether in a pure state. So far 
as can be seen, moreover, in the short time since the experiment 
was commenced, the mussels have obtained a good hold, and are 
already showing a marked increment of growth. 
The Fishery Officers and the Laboratory Attendant have helped 
materially in the making of the experimental mussel bed. 
