PREFACE, 
but slowly, and as we are now in our fourth year, it would seem 
that we had supplied a want. Indeed, as THE Microscopicat 
News is the only Monthly Journal devoted to Practical Microscopy, 
published at a price within the reach of every worker, in however 
humble a position; it has surprised us that so many working 
microscopists have not known of its existence. We ask our readers 
and subscribers to endeavour to disseminate a knowledge of the 
existence of THE MicroscopicaL News, and we thank those most 
kindly who have been always so assiduous in bringing it before the 
notice of their friends. 
To many contributors we are indebted for the success of the 
present volume, and to whom we express our thanks for the valu- 
able services so freely given. From our readers we ask indulgence 
as to our shortcomings, and will be glad to consider any suggestions 
made with a view to the improvement of the Journal. With this 
we conclude, and wish one and all 
‘A Happy AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR.” 
