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40_134 Tracy, 22 Oct. '23 three-quarters encircled by a dense fringe of trees, mainly various species of willow. They are tall, well grown and thrifty. They are at the maturity of their foliage growth and present a highly attractive and satisfying picture. The various portions of the curve are quite different, so that we fall into argument as to the superiority of one portion over another. It is now after sunset, the mosquitoes are not neglecting their opportunity, and we drive back to Tracy where we are received by Mr. Arnold at his home, eat at his hospitable bloard, and receive fine boxes of beautiful grapes to take back to Berkeley. |
40_135 Lower San Joaquin, 22 Oct. '23 - cont. from p. 125. This grove is a delightful little spot. A bit of animation is added to the scene by a flock of crows which frequent the trees and are now returning from a foraging expedition. In the light breeze above they falter and tip under the wind as if headway were sometimes difficult. Whereas, a hawk comes by, his swift flight changing into a glide with apparent ease, apparent absence of effort. - Cont. from p. 125. no. 10,278. One acorn has a peculiar embryo. It is a case of teratology. The cotyledons do not lie in two halves as usual longitudinally, but at right angles to usual position, one cot. filling basal part of nut, the other the apical or pointed part. They are joined irregularly, [Cont. p. 136 |
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