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cation of bulletins the present fund has been found quite insutt-_ 
cient. Much valuable matter, prepared by our local naturalists, it_ 
has not been possible to publish. I have, therefore, asked for a_ 
larger sum than usual for publications. Notwithstanding the 
enlarged operations proposed, I find that these can be carried 
forward for about the same sum as previously appropriated, if it 1s 
thought best to cut down the library appropriation to about one-— 
half the present amount. Rather than ask for increased appropria- 
tions, I have proposed to reduce the item for the library so as to_ 
bring the total amount asked for at this time within the sum of 
the appropriation made at the previous session of the legislature. 
Respectfully submitted, 
S. A. Forpss, 
Director of Laboratory. 
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