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242 was indeed a delightful spot, the house being situated on an elevation, below which the cataracts of the river roared. It was enclosed by a magnificent garden, containing fruit trees and flowers, and was within easy distance of the city. There was a tract of land set apart for cultivation, and a larger one for pasture. We had an agreeable ride home, and the President sailed for Atazatlan.

As I had so much book work to do during the twilight, I decided not to cultivate on a large scale. However, it would be necessary to employ two men—one to assist me in working the land, and the other to look after household matters.

Next time I went into the city, I purchased furniture, cooking utensils, and a stock of provisions. Having engaged the men, and agreeing to pay them the highest wages going, I started them off with a vehicle full of goods to Raveria, my new home. Then I bought a large collection of books, maps, pictures, drawings, and several other articles of various kinds, to form a library of my own.

I consulted Yeyema about the MSS. that had been found. He informed me that they were in the custody of the chief librarian, from whom they could be obtained on application—that they had caused a considerable amount of discussion and