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thanks of the Society are due that gentleman for his donation, which 
made possible the publication of a volume which compares well 
with previous volumes, and is a valuable addition to the literature 
published by this and other similar societies. The Committee hope 
that members who have not already purchased a copy will obtain one 
from the Secretary or Librarian. 
The Photographic, Literary, and Natural History Sections, have 
had very successful sessions. 
It is intended to hold an Exhibition and Conversazione with a 
Popular Lecture, at the Town Hall, on October 23rd and 24th ; 
preparations are well advanced and indicate a very successful 
gathering. 
The whole of the Committee retire and are eligible for re-election. 
The report and balance sheet were passed on the motion of Mr. 
J. E. Nowers seconded by Mr. R. T. Robinson. 
The Officers, Committee, 21 Members and 18 Associates, were 
elected. 
At the close of the business meeting Mr. Storer proposed a vote 
of thanks to the Retiring President for the able way in which he had 
filled the office for two years. Mr. Lott in seconding, said that in 
looking back over all the Society’s past Presidents, no more ardent 
worker or capable President had filled the chair. Previously he had 
carried out the duties of Secretary right well and as President had 
given an excellent example of the work of a President, in leading up 
to discussion and directing meetings. Mr. Oswell suitably replied. 
Mr. Storer then delivered his inaugural address on the ‘‘ Ways of 
the Ant,” at the close of which a discussion followed. A very hearty 
vote of thanks was accorded Mr. Storer on the motion of Mr. Nowers, 
seconded by Mr. Gibson. 
Gye” 
