Figs, Fred. Fox ; Fossil Wood (ob. sec), Geo. S. Dixon ; Melicerta, and other 

 Rotifers, Geo. J. Wightman ; Dog's Tongue, J. Ramage ; Carbonate of Copper, 

 E. A. Lewes; Sulphate of Copper (in Gelatine), etc., F. J. Nottage ; Wall 

 Lichen, Hon. Sec. ; Foraminifera, Society's Instrument. 



Mr. R. H. F. Rippon gave several Pianoforte Selections. 



The Hall had been well decorated under the management of the Sub- 

 Committee, the red cloth upon the tables being kindly lent by Mr. Fred J. 

 Dickinson, jun., and the floral decorations by Mr. J. E. Child, of Malpas Road 

 Nurseries, to whom thanks are due for their assistance. 



IMarch 24. — A very well attended Gossip, at which several interesting 

 objects were exhibited, including : Stephanoceros, Periwinkle Spawn, some fine 

 Geological Slides, and a collection of Birds' Eggs. 



April 14. — A paper, by the Hon. Secretary, on "Electric Lighting," 

 giving some of its former history and explaining the differences in the "Siemens'," 

 "Brush," and "British" systems. Mr. A. .S. Vince, in moving a vote of 

 thanks, quoted his experience in Paris, and gave some interesting information as 

 to the effect of this light on Colours. An electric spark was shown under the 

 Microscope. 



April 28. — Another well attended Gossip night, when there were many 

 exhibits of interest. 



May 12. — W. J. Spratling, B. Sc, F.G.S., delivered a Lecture upon the 

 "Geology of the .South of England;" this being thoroughly illustrated by 

 numerous diagrams and blackboard drawings afforded a most instructive evening. 

 A cordial vote of thanks was proposed, and carried unanimously, by one of the 

 largest meetings of the session. 



May 21. — The first Excursion of the season, under the charge of the 

 Curator, Mr. Frank Harrisson. Several ponds were visited in the neighbourhood 

 of Blackheath and Morden College, and many specimens collected. 



May 26. — The late Excursion added considerable interest to this Gossip 

 evening. Tadpoles were in good condition for showing circulation, as also were 

 some young sticklebacks ; many other objects were shown. 



June 9. — Mr. Frank Harrisson practically explained the best methods for 

 the exhibition of Pond Life ; this was followed by a paper upon the habits and 

 mode of life of Rose Bees, by the Hon. Secretary ; and one on " Ciliary Motion," 

 by the President. These received the thanks of the meeting, after which several 

 experiments were made in illumination. 



June 18. — Excursion to Epping Forest, in the Loughton district, under the 

 direction of Mr. F. Stewart. In consequence of the threatening weather the 

 numbers were small, but some interesting finds were made. 



June 23. — The monthly Gossip. 



July 16. — This day was fixed for a local Field Day, but, owing to prevalence 

 of rain, no Members met the President, who had undertaken the conduct of the 

 Excursion. Two, however, who had arranged to meet later, found more than 

 sufficient to repay their trouble. 



July 28. — An interesting (though small) Gossip, at which several objects 

 were shown. 



August 20. — Meet at Croydon (East) Station ; thence through Shirley, 

 across the hills to Addington Park, permission to pass through which had been 

 applied for and granted by His Grace the Archbishop of Canterbury. Some 

 botanical specimens were found and examined, and many varieties of Pond Life 

 discovered in the lake. Mr. Geo. S. Dixon undertook the guidance of the party. 



August 25. — At this Gossip some water from Addington was exhibited. 



