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tations of grotesque animals formed by plants trained on wire frames, and such an endless variety of shrubs, plants and vines, all kept in the most perfect order, as would fill with delight the heart of our esteemed friend, the venerable Professor, whose place we pass on our way to Rocky River.

Thanks to my “chop” the attendant showed us the most assiduous attentions, and, to my surprise respectfully declined “cunsshan” which I offered them at parting—an instance of self-denial alike rare in Christian or heathen lands.

W. P. F.