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collection of bones of the extinct sea-cow, gathered during his explora- 
tions, was shown and added much to give those present a just concep- 
tion of the size of the animal. 
Soiree No. 2. On January 9th the lecturer of the evening was 
Mr. A. McGill, whose address was entitled " Following a Planet." The 
subject was introduced in a very happy manner, and skillfully planned 
to give the listeners a clear idea of the position and movements of the 
heavenly bodies. Jupiter was the planet selected and his present 
place in the heavens and the course he takes through the starry vault 
were indicated by specially prepared charts. The whole lecture was 
fully illustrated by lantern views prepared by Mr.. McGill and shown by 
Mr. Babbington. 
Soiree No. 3. The next lecture will be by Dr. Wyatt Johnston, 
of Montreal, on " The Living Matler in Drinking Water " and cannot 
fail to be of great value and interest to every one. The health of any 
community is largely dependent on the purity of its water supply, and 
it is therefore of great importance to know what organisms or sub- 
stances produce such conditions as render water unfit for consumption. 
Librarian. It is with great regret that the Council have to 
announce the departure of our Librarian, Mr. VV. Scott, B.A., who has 
gone to Toronto, where he has accepted a position in the Normal 
School. During his terms as Librarian Mr. Scott gave much time and 
attention, not only to the reception and care of exchanges, but to the 
distribution of the Ottawa Naturalist. As an ardent student of 
botany and a zealous collector he will be much missed at our "outings," 
and as a capable and forcible speaker and teacher he will also be missed 
at our " innings." We wish him success in his new duties and hope 
that he may infuse some life and activity into the Naturalists of the 
Queen City. During the remainder of the current Club year the duties 
of Librarian will be assumed by Mr. Cowley who has kindly consented 
at the request of the Council to undertake them. 
Correction. In the programme (page 150,) the date given for 
Mr. Macfarlane's lecture should read Feb. 20th, (instead of 26th.) 
Please change this date on the programme which you have placed in a 
conspicuous place, so that you and your friends may not be in doubt as 
to the day. 
