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strictum, was gathered for the first time at these outings, while at 
the trip to the River Sturt some interesting geological features 
were noticed, and on the same occasion a group of nests of the 
Fairy Swallow (Lagenoplastes ariel) was observed. 
Corresponding Members.—Your Committee regret that they 
have not heard much from corresponding members during the 
year. From the situation of these members in remote places, 
it is thought that many specimens new to those living in the 
capital might be obtained, as well as observations on local fauna 
and flora. Amongst the specimens received from corresponding 
' members, was the very rare locust, Alectoria superba, sent by 
Mr. W. E. Rumball, of Blinman. A large and interesting 
collection from another resident in the far north (Mr. J. R. 
Mack), included some of the “barking” or ‘ whistling” spiders, 
to which species reference was subsequently made by members of 
the Horn Expedition to central Australia on their return to 
Adelaide. 
Protection of our Native fauna and Flora.—A separate report 
from the Committee appointed for this purpose will shew what 
has been done in this direction during the past year. 
Death of the Rev. J. McHwin.—Your Committee recorded 
with much regret the death, during the past year of the Rev. 
J. McEwin, a foundation member of the Section, a member of 
the Committee, a contributor to its evening meetings, and a 
frequent attendant at its excursions. 
Resignation of the Hon. Treasurer.—Mr. 8. Smeaton, B.A., 
who was appointed the Hon Treasurer of the Section at the last 
Annual Meeting, resigned that position a few months later 
owing to his removal to Western Australia; since then his 
duties have been performed by the Hon. Secretary. 
Proceedings.—No proceedings for 1892-3 have yet been printed, 
it being the attention, chiefly on the ground of economy, to issue 
two years’ transactions together. 
Financial.—From the audited statement of accounts presented 
herewith, it will be seen that the subscriptions more than cover the 
expenditure. The latter, owing to the conversazione not being 
held, and the proceedings not being printed, has been lower than 
for several years past. The call on the parent Society in the 
way of grants has been correspondingly reduced. 
Membership.—There has been several new members enrolled 
during the year, while a few names have been removed. The 
number now on the roll is 90. 
Ropert H. PerKs, Chairman. 
W. H. Sentway, Jun., Hon. Secretary. 
Adelaide, 18th September, 1894. 
