CXIV ROYAL SOCIETY OF CANADA 
The first poem read was “The Passing of Père La Brosse,” composed 
by Miss Machar. Miss Machar was present, but the poem was read by 
Principal Grant. J. D. Edgar, M.P. followed by reading a few lyrics by 
Mr. John Reade. “The Tree,” composed by Mrs. Harrison, and found in 
her published book of poems, “ Pine, Rose and Fleur de Lis,” was read by 
Mr. Duncan Campbell Scott. Mr. Scott also read one of his own poems, 
“ The Reaper and the Angel.” He also read “The Last Watch,” com- 
posed by Mr. Bliss Carman. 
Miss Pauline Johnson was expected to read her poem, “ The Song 
my Paddle Sings,” but recited instead, being dressed in Indian costume. 
Mr. Archibald Lampman read C. G. D. Roberts's poem, “ Recessional,” 
also two of his own poems, “ At the Ferry” and “ Inter Vias.” Arch- 
bishop O’Brien read “ A Midnight Threnody,” one of the many poems of 
which he is author. Rev. F. G. Scott read two of his own productions, 
“A Song of Triumph ” and ‘‘Samson.” J. D. Edgar, M. P., rendered his 
poem, “ The White Stone Canoe.” 
N. F. Davin, M. P., recited his poem, ‘ An Ode to Canada.” Mr. 
W. W. Campbell read his poems, ‘“ Pan the Fallen” and “The Humming 
Bee,” and the programme concluded by Miss Johnson reciting ‘ Beyond 
the Blue” very effectively. 
Lord Aberdeen proposed, and Hon. G. W. Ross seconded a vote of 
thanks to the poets and the chairman, Prof. Clark, and the meeting closed 
