Lesley.] blO . [April 6, 1883. 



past actioQ of the Society on subjects of order and discipline, ownership of 

 property, and financial investments, which have always necessitated refer- 

 ences to the written minutes tedious and often unsatisfactory. Also, when 

 questions arise as to the ownership and history of the objects of art and 

 books in the possession of the Society, this printed record will be found 

 convenient. 



