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an object as the obtaining a correct record of the Natural History 

 of the county. 



The Chairman proposed a vote of thanks, remarking that it 

 was very desirable that they should systematise the society. 



Mr. Dennant regarded the paper as likely to exercise a 

 wholesome influence over the future work of the society. A large 

 number of the members were but learners, and he thought the 

 project was an admirable one for bringing out their powers. It 

 was quite hopeless to attempt to master all the branches of natural 

 history, and the best they could do was to form into little 

 departments for the study of various subjects. It appeared to him 

 that if this plan were curried out, it would be helpful in every 

 respect. It would enable their leaders to prosecute their work with 

 the feeling that they were spending their time and talents to some 

 real advantage, and the less learned to select a congenial study. He 

 had of ten thought how pleasant it would be to work in this manner; 

 and he knew of no plan so calculated to utilise the whole of the 

 members. It was desirable that it should be understood that 

 although accomplished savants were welcome, they were also glad 

 to have earnest, but comparatively ignorant, workers with them. 

 The monthly excursions would doubtless be rendered more 

 interesting and instructive. He fancied it would greatly enhance 

 the enjoyment of them, if some member were appointed to prepare 

 and read a short but exhaustive paper on the objects of interest in 

 the neighbourhood. 



Mr. 0. F. Dennet approved of the suggestion contained in 

 Mr. Wonfor's paper, and bore testimony to the value of the society. 

 They all had an aptitude for some particular pursuit, and it was 

 very important that they should be able to cultivate their respective 

 tastes. He believed, if the plan were followed, it would prove of 

 great service. 



After a further discussion, in which several members took part, 

 Mr. Dennet gave notice that, at the annual meeting, he would 

 propose a resolution to the efifect that sub-committees be appointed 

 to undertake the various branches of study indicated in Mr. 

 Wonfor's papei-. 



