Introduction of chinchona (as mentioned in the last post) was a long cherished idea. Before leaving England Maury had discussed it with a distinguished geographer who had developed plantations in India. In mexico, Maury had early applied himself to the study of the country's geography, one pupose being to determine the best location for hinchona cultivation.
"Bark of the tree, variously called Calisava, Jesuit's or Peruvian Bark, was a source of quinine vitally needed in the treatment of malaria."
Mauryleft a continuing heritage of good in his wake through life.
I was wondering what chinchona was. Now I know.
--Old B-R'er
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