FORTY-THIRD ANNUAL REPORT, FOR 1904. 27 



" The sale of the Library has been effected, and no arrears 

 previous to 1903 are included as assets. We know, there- 

 fore, exactly how we stand. The result shows a small balance 

 in favour of the Union. 



" A serious drawback, however, is the unpaid subscriptions, 

 which occasion a considerable debt to the Hon. Treasurer, and 

 the members are earnestly appealed to for more prompt payment 

 of their subscriptions. 



'•'The Naturalist is now in a form more acceptable to the 

 general body of members, and deserves, as it will no doubt 

 receive, an increasing measure of public support ; while a 

 moderate increase in the number of members would very soon 

 relieve the Executive of any anxiety as regards finances." 



