THE HAMILTON ASSOCIATION. OF 
First—The value of moderation and humility in working out the 
problem of human existence; Second—That no character or 
creation, however excellent, is without its inherent defect which wil] 
eventually lead to decay. 
A brief discussion followed. 
It was announced that the Photograph Section would furnish 
the programme for the regular meeting in March. 
THURSDAY, MARCH 8th, 1894. 
President Alexander in the chair. 
Four applications for membership were received. 
After the transaction of ordinary business the meeting was 
given over to the members of the Photographic Section, who gave 
an exhibit of lime-light views of local and foreign scenery, mostly 
work of members of the section. 
The display concluded with a number of Southern views, the 
work of Mr. B. E. Charlton. 
THURSDAY, APRIL 12th, 1894. 
Vice-President T. W. Reynolds, M. D., in the chair. 
The Corresponding Secretary reported the receipt of a number 
of exchanges. 
The Curator announced a number of donations to the library 
and museum. 
Miss Louise McConnell, Miss Blanche Burns, Mr. Robert 
Campbell and Mr. Geo. Crawford, were elected ordinary members 
of the Association. 
Mr. J. E, P. Aldous, B. A, then read a paper, illustrated with 
suitable experiments on “‘ The Theory of Sound,” with special refer- 
ence to its application in music. 
An interesting discussion followed on the various points set 
forth in the paper. 
THURSDAY, MAY toth, 1894. 
The President, Mr. Alexander, in the chair. 
The Corresponding Secretary announced the receipt of the 
usual exchanges and Government reports. . 
