who read istories to the neglect of duty, or to find in them 

 taint of uncle aainess, are foolish and degenerate. And those 

 who wisely read will find that stories supplement our best 

 histories in teaching what it is man's special privilege to 

 learn, namely, how our ancest-ci-s deported themselves in 

 the world. And, further, a good story, occaisionally read, 

 can give relief and rest from the cares of life, and will prove 

 an introduction to "beings of the mind, not of clay" — 

 beings to be cherished as of the inner circle of our wittiest, 

 wisest and best friends. 



At the close of the lecture the customary vo:te was 

 passed. Many of the gentlemen present complimented the 

 lecturer and expressed appreciation of the audience. 



Meeting then adjourned. 



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