relieviug each other's difficulties^ we are helping ou that reigu of 

 "Good-will towards men/' which this especial season In-ings to our 

 minds. 



We have endeavoured to do our duty — if we have failed, we 

 crave that forbearance which men should always receive from their 

 brethren. For any shortcomings, omissions, or faults, we implore 

 pardon, hoping that even by these we may learn wisdom. In the 

 strength of the experience of one short year we hope to do better. 

 Whilst thanking our readers for many expressions of kindly sympathy 

 and encouragement received during our " Year of Office,'' we extend 

 to thera the Editorial hand, and wish them most heartily 



'■ A Happy New Year ! " 



