282 THE AMERICAN MONTHLY » [Oct 
DEMONSTRATIONS OF Microscopic MANIPULATIONS.— 
Mr. C. Baker informs us that he has decided to set aside 
four afternoons in each month from October to the end 
of June for the demonstration of microscopic manipula- 
tion. These demonstrations will be given on the first 
and third Fridays and second and fourth Tuesdays, from 
3to6p.M. Each demonstration will consist of an exhibi- 
tion of about eight microscopes, together with illustrative 
diagrams; and the instruments will be set up, ready for 
inspection, at the times stated, so that those who have but 
a short time at their disposal will not be delayed by pre- 
liminary preparations. Three of the demonstrations will 
deal with illumination, one with the comparison and test- 
ing of objectives, and two with the various methods of 
recording observations. Further particulars can be ob- 
tained from Mr. C. Baker, 244 High Holborn, W.C., and 
we need only toadd that the demonstrations will be free 
to all, and no obligation to puchase is incurred by those 
availing themselves of the offer. . It cannot be too strong- 
ly insisted upon that the modern microscope is essentially 
an instrument of precision, and requires education in its 
use if full advantage is to be taken of its capabilities. We 
hope therefore, that these demonstrations may prove suc- 
cessful. 
EpwaRD Warp.—A well-known figure in Manchester 
scientific society was recently removed by the death of 
Mr. Edward Ward at the age of 57 years. He was born 
at Coventry, where in his early life he worked as a ribbon 
weaver. Having a natural taste for scientific investiga- 
tion, he soon became possessed of a microscope and later 
of a primitive camera. His tastes quickly brought him — 
into association with others, which led to his leaving the 
loom for the vocation of commercial traveller. Notwith 
standing the difficulties incident upon the constant change 
of locality when thus oceupied, he contrived while on his 
journeys to study, dissect, stain and mount thousands of 
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