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their beds are full of rocks, among which the waters fret and dash 
themselves unceasingly.* In descending to the river Allen, the 
party divided, one section followed its course to its junction with 
the Tyne, and crossing that river near Ridley Hall, returned 
leisurely to Haydon Bridge. The others retraced their steps to the 
lead mines they had previously passed, where they were met by 
Mr. Dinning, the proprietor, who showed them over the works, and 
explained to them the various processes of dressing and smelting 
the ore. After partaking of some refreshment, hospitably pro- 
vided by Mr. Dinning, these also came to an ‘Anchor’ at 
Haydon Bridge, where, after dinner had been discussed, Mr. 
Perkins read the following papers. 
I.—On the Occurrence of a Goat-sucker (Caprimulgus rufi- 
collis), new to Great Britain, by Mr. John Hancock. 
II.—On the Luminosity of the Larva of the Glow-worm, by 
Mr. V. R. Perkins. 
Both have since been printed. 
The President then distributed a number of beautiful specimens 
of the “‘skimmings” of lead, presented by Mr. Dinning. Six 
new members were elected, and the thanks of those present 
having been accorded to Mr. Dinning, the day’s proceedings were 
brought to a termination. 
The Srxta anp Last Fietp Meertine was held, as usual, at 
Marsden, on- Friday, the 18th October. 
This year the route selected was by South Shields, where the 
party mustered on the South Pier about one o’clock. Many 
members unable to steal a whole day from their professions or 
business, gladly avail themselves of this half-holiday, and a fine 
day combined with this to swell the attendance. 
Mr. Philip Messent, C.H., Resident Engineer to the Tyne 
Commissioners, kindly met the party at the Pier, and explained 
to them the construction, future direction, and probable effects of 
the works, on the harbour and bar, and he has since obligingly 
furnished us with a short summary of his remarks. 
* Some further particulars respecting the early history of the fortress will be found in 
Mr, Hogg’s Address, vol. III., p. 182. 
