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Columbian Exposition. This collection will consist chiefly of large and showy specimens and those of economic value.

A large collection of the foraminifera of the Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico and Pacific Ocean, for the most part collected by the steamer Albatross, was prepared for shipment to Dr. Axal Goës of Sweden, for study.

Mr. Benedict has been experimenting towards the manufacture of large rectangular jars from pieces of plate glass fastened together with cement. 

Sixteen entries were made in the catalogue of crustaceans.

Mr, Benedict took one day's leave.