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presented, is in its composition and details an architectural 
masterpiece. Notice of the history of the Minster, its chief 
architectural characteristics, its unrivalled windows, and numer- 
ous monuments to the renowned in Church and State, cannot be 
given here. There is only space to record that the most note- 
worthy features and interesting objects appertaining to this stately 
and triumphant specimen of Gothic architecture were pointed 
out by one of the vergers. Amongst these objects was the wall 
in the Crypt which reveals the herring-bone work of the Saxon 
period, establishing unmistakeably the great age of this, the 
oldest part of the fabric. Several of the party ascended the 
great Central Tower, which is 213 feet in height and 65 feet 
square. From the summit an extensive prospect of the beautiful 
vale of York was obtained. On departing from the Cathedral 
the quaint thoroughfare of Stonegate was traversed, and the 
Guild Hall, erected in 1446, was reached. In this building are 
several fine stained glass windows, representing historical sub- 
jects, and sundry curious relics. It was now the pleasure of the 
visitors to be hospitably entertained by Dr. Hill, at his residence 
in the suburbs. On the way the building known as Clifford’s 
Tower was seen. This prominent object was the keep of the 
fortress erected here by William the Conqueror. The day’s pro- 
ceedings were pleasantly brought to a close by the generous 
reception accorded to the party by Dr. Hill. Leaving York at 
half-past six, Burnley was reached about nine o’clock. 
