PROCEEDINGS FOR 1899 



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to be an empty honour, but means primarily 

 I shall not, however, dwell at any greater 

 leave it entirely in your hands. I hope that 

 to such a conclusion as will best, in you 

 the practical usefulness of the society, and 

 connection with the intellectual development 



scientific and literary work, 

 length on this subject, but 

 you will endeavour to come 

 r honest opinion, promote 

 give it greater strength in 

 of this young nation. 

 "J. O. BOURINOT." 



9. Associated Societies. 



The customary invitations to attend the present meeting, and report 

 on the scientific and literary work of the year, were sent to the following 

 Canadian societies, who have heretofore co-operated with the Eoyal 

 Society : 



