XXXVI ROYAL SOCIETY OF CANADA 
XVIII.—From The Natural History Association of Miramichi, through 
Dr. G. M. Dawson, C.M.G., F.R.S. 
In presenting the annual report of the association we wish to refer 
to the loss it has suffered in the death of its patron, Honourable Peter 
Mitchell, a native of Northumberland, personally known to so many 
members, distinguished for his brilliant abilities and long public ser- 
vices, his death was not only a blow to the association, but a general loss 
to the whole province. As an expression of respect and regret, the asso- 
ciation provided a funeral wreath and our president attended the obse- 
quies on behalf of the association. 
It is, however, gratifying to be able to point to the election as 
patron, of Dr. G. M. Dawson, Director of the Geological Survey of 
Canada, a scientist of great ability and promise, occupying a very prom- 
iment position in the scientific world. Indeed, we feel that the associa- 
tion has not only been very happy in the choice but highly honoured by 
his acceptance of the position. 
MEMBERSHIP. 
We are happy to report that no death or resignation occurred dur- 
ing the year. While a number ceased to be members, owing to removal 
from Chatham, an equal number was added to the list. The following 
represents the membership at present :— 



iEvonorary. Members: 2... «te sein) ast eee 2 
MESES i... 2 UN dates TT 32 
BSsociatede Members! 5. ate1. say nice ey eee 42 
Corresponding Members. \.\.). 5.05 2 energie 9 
OA LE RPI OM 5 ES. Ne ut 85 
Balance at end of last year.. ......... $ 23.48 
Membership fees, sale of bulletins, etc. .. 86.12 
Érovincial (OTAML /.: 1. seu PEER 100.00 
$209 . 60 
Current expenditure . 4). 60:5. nes sees 127.50 
Estimated cost fittings and repairs for 
RSC 1. 21401. Re PAS EE 100.00 
$227.50 
PELE eue sub Det COS en $ 17.90 
MUSEUM. 
Owing to lack of space for the reception and arrangement of 
materials, especially large objects, the association was unable to add as 
