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REPORT OF THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SECTION, 
1897-98. 
CHAIRMAN 2 - R. CHURCHILL, Esq. 
This Section now numbers 22 Members, and though a 
large percentage of them do not at present take an active 
interest in the work, there are reasons for believing that, 
during the coming session, there will be a larger attendance 
at our Monthly Meetings, and more work done. 
The usual Competition in Lantern Slides was held, the 
Editor of the Amateur Photographer being the judge, and 
the prize awarded to Mr. W. C. Briggs. 
On the opening night of the Session there was a good 
display of Photographs done by Members. 
The new Lantern purchased by the Society is much 
appreciated by the Members. 
There have been two Excursions, but, owing to 
unfavourable weather, the one to Penkridge, on Whit 
Monday, was not very successful, but this was compensated 
for by the one to Bonsall, on June 22nd. 
On June 2nd, Mr. R. Churchill gave a short Lecture on 
‘Prospective in connection with Photography.” 
Some work in connection with the Geological Survey 
has been done, and additions made to the Survey of the 
Town. 
