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an occasion. (Applause). He had also to thank the Marquis of Lothian for the kind 

 •words he had said to-day, and for being present, as he knew, at great inconvenience to 

 himself. (Applause). He likewise had to thank those gentlemen who attended, as 

 they had conferred on him a very great honour, which he felt from his heart. 

 (Applause). He could not conclude without thanking the committee, as he knew that 

 such a testimonial could not be got up without such a committee exerting themselves. 

 He had especially to thank Mr Walker, the Chairman, and Mr Hutchison, the 

 Treasurer, for the great kinkness they had manifested on the present occasion. 

 (Applause). So long as he held the position of Secretary of the Society, nothing would 

 be wanting on his part to endeavour to the utmost to render himself worthy of the 

 great kindness they had shown to him. (Loud applause). 



The Duke of Buccleuch stated that he had just received a telegram from the Earl 

 of Glasgow, expressing regret that he was unable to be present. 



After a pause. 



The Duke of Bdccleuch, shaking hands with Mr Menzies, said that he had much 

 pleasure in giving him the right hand of friendship, and in congratulating him on the 

 occasion that had brought them together. (Applause). 



On the motion of Professor Douglas Maclagan, a cordial vote of thanks was given 

 to the Duke of Buccleuch for presiding, and the proceedings terminated. 



