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dent foreigners, of whom a large proportion were English. Dirt 
and rags abounded, most people were prepared to beg if they saw 
a chance, and it was a common thing to meet persons who had 
the marks of small-pox on them. ‘Their trains ran at 12 miles 
an hour—except the express. From a business point of view the 
men were amusingly inept, and seemed to scorn to do anything 
promptly. Their ploughs and harrows were ofthe ancient Roman 
type, so were the carts with low wheels of solid wood, the axle 
revolving with the wheel. 
A large number of typical views of the country were shown and 
explained, and in conclusion the Lecturer said he regarded the 
people as happy and contented, and well disposed to everybody, 
and he believed they would have a great time in history again. 
At present they take things leisurely and lazily ; yet, he did not 
know whether the more vigorous people got more joy out of life, 
and after all they lived to get as much happiness out of life as 
they could. (Cheers.) 
On the motion of Mr. T. Bell, seconded by Mr. J. Lancaster, 
and supported by Mr. J. 8. Sutcliffe, a hearty vote of thanks was 
accorded to the Lecturer, who, in reply, wished prosperity to the 
Club which he was sure was an important part of Burnley life. 

