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and preparing for exhibition a certain number of large forms so as to exhibit their internal formation or subsurface coloration.

A pathologic series has also been started by Dr. Stearns to exhibit the anomalies of structure occasionally presented by these animals.

[[strikethrough]] The disadvantages of the galleries in the open exhibition hall are so great for those obliged to work in them that I feel in fairness to my subordinates in the Department, it should not be passed over without mention.  Noise, want of ventilation, want of space for convenience in working, excessive heat in summer, dangerous draughts of air in winter, all these have a positive and injurious effect on our work through their effect on the health, temper and energy of the workers. [[/strikethrough]]