THE UNIVERSITY COURIER.
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THE BIG MOOSE.
The giant moose is probably one of the best productions of the taxidermist's art in America. He stands twelve feet in height to the tips of his horns, and is one of the finest specimens of moose that roam in the woods of North America. He will prove the center of attraction in the Kansas building at the World's fair.
Prof. Lewis Lindsey Dyche, A. M., M. S. was born 1857 in West Virginia. His specialty ever since his connection with the University has been in the department of Natural History. In his class work in the University the professor never got less than a grade one and since then he has devoted no less rigorous study upon his specimens which are mounted with the most painstaking care.
PRCF. DYCHE.
The exhibit from the University has been given one third of the space in the Kansas building. It will consist of groups of moose, elk, buffalo, Rocky mountain goats, Rocky mountain lions, deer, in fact nearly all the larger animals of North America will be in the Kansas exhibit. Commanche, of Custer fame, will also be there.
The third floor in Snow Hall now presents a very busy appearance in consequence of preparations for the exhibit. The Professor has five men, besides himself working on the