They are universally agreed to be relatives of the living seriemas (Cariamidae), but differ from them in having a far more robust bill and jaws, smaller bony processes on the humerus, and a narrower pelvis. From Wordnik.com. [Archive 2006-10-01] Reference
Nothing short of the direct temptation of the evil one could lead you to entertain so monstrous a doctrine, as that you propound about Cariamidae. From Wordnik.com. [The Life and Letters of Thomas Henry Huxley]
Cariamidae. From Wordnik.com. [Life and Letters of Thomas Henry Huxley — Volume 1] Reference
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