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gentleman whose scientific training cannot but have given 

 him a nice discrimination and mature judgment, which will 

 stand him in good stead in the office you have called upon 

 him to hold. Quiet and unassuming in manner, Mr. Fremlin 

 has at the same time a deep reserve of energy, and with him 

 as President will be assured the dignity of the Chair and the 

 well-being of the Society. Into his hands at your bidding I 

 resign the former ; while you may with confidence entrust 

 the second to his care. 



W. J. LUCAS, B.A. 



