378 PROCEEDINGS OF SECTION J. 
9.—PRISON REFORM IN NEW SOUTH WALES. 
By Joun PLUMMER. 
10.—EDUCATION AND SOCIALISM. 
By Rev. Frep. V. Prarr, M.A. 
| Abstract. | 
THe essence of Socialism is economic. It states that a co- 
operative commonwealth would effect what is necessary for 
social well-being better than competition. Socialism demands 
equal, free, compulsory education for all, and that under such 
conditions that every child should have the education of a 
noble. Indeed, our State schools are a fine example of State 
Socialism, but are not yet alive to their full opportunities and 
responsibilities. The time of education should be extended. 
1. Every child should be able to devote the first twenty-one 
years of its life in education. 
2. Education must be free. 
3. Education must include technical as well as_ literary 
studies. 
4. There must be increased attention to physical culture. 
5. Development of character must be given the first place, 
including public and social as well as private virtues. 
11.—NUMBER AND NUMBER WORK. 
By. Henry F. Rix. 
12.—-THE COUNTRY TECHNICAL COLLEGE. 
By, A)... S408; F.C. 
13.—THE EDUCATION AND PLACE OF AUSTRALIAN 
GIRLS.IN THE EVOLUTION OF THE NATION. 
By Mrs. E. T. STIR inc. 
