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14_134 Kew Herbarium it. Its beyond me." I went on to say that my work was only part of the general field of science and the purpose etc of scientific workers. Well, he said, I meet all sort of men, I've traveled. I've seen all kinds. But you're a curiosity. So you do it for the love of it. You'd rather do that than anything else in the world!" Then I tried to show that the progress of the world depended upon the pioneers of science etc. "Well, you are refreshing. I'm glad I met you. You are refreshing. I wish I was you!" I tell you said he, you are a very different from us and from any American I've seen! You are refreshing, old chap. I'm glad I met you I say!" |
14_135 June 1, 1906. = Royal Horticultural Society Show Temple, Victoria Embankment. Very fine display of orchids. The Rhododendrons were splendid - some were as delicate and tender and snowy as if they would melt! The colors of the Azaleas were also exquisite! A full lot of Calceolarias of huge size. The foliage plants (Caladiums) made a fine show - I saw huge leaves that were rich and delicate enough for a summer girl's dress. There was little fruit -but a fine display of strawberries - some of them larger than tea-cups. The carnations were huge, the roses not especially noteworthy. Japanese dwarf trees. Collection of shrubs. |
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