Marquette, Michigan.

On the 23d of March I picked some willow "pussies." They were the largest I have ever seen here. I think it was very early for them up in this cold country.

May L. B.


Benton, New York, April 10, 1880.

I found the first trailing arbutus in full bloom to-day. It was very fragrant and pretty. We take Young People, and like it very much. I have a pet rabbit that is pure white.

Louise D. T.


Fort Klamath, Oregon, April 1, 1880.