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from Gampfsdville in I. Imjidaetylus
(uncertain).
That angular plated crinoid from
Gampsdville is Aulocerosinus agissigi
D.S.I.
At Dover about 12 miles south
of Burlington Iowa there is a gentleman
Mr J.C. Beebe having a collection of
Burlington crinoids. Understand he
will see, but go to see him in the
morning. Saw a starfish.
Of Aulocerosinus magnificus D.S.I.
have a number of drawers full of specimens.
In the evening called again on Mr.
Beets. He showed me his collection which
consists mainly of Burlington crinoids. Said
he all he has about 150 species for $350.
Or may divide his collection selling the
second best set of about 100 species of about
500 specimens for $200. He also