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noble deeds. Among the many ways open to those who de- 
sire beneficially to connect their names with the real pro- 
egress of this country, none is more fruitful than to follow 
in the footsteps of Mr. Sommerville, and to aid societies 
like this, in educating the people by free popular lectures.” 
The Librarian, Mr. J. A. U. Beaudry, then presented a 
report on behalf of the Library Committee, showing that 
much work had been done during the year and that the 
condition of the library was greatly improved. 
The Treasurer, Mr. P. 8. Ross, also submitted his annual 
statement with regard to the financial condition of the 
Society. 
The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: 
President—Sir William Dawson. 
Vice-Presidents—Sir Donald A. Smith, Messrs. Edward 
Murphy, J. H. Joseph, Dr. Harrington, J. H. R. Molson, 
J. S. Shearer, Rev. Dr. Campbell, Geo. Sumner and Dr. J. B. 
Edwards. 
Members of Council—Messrs. A. T. Drummond, Joseph 
Bemrose, Samuel Finley, Dr. Hingston, W. T. Costigan, 
Dr. T. W. Mills, J.S. Brown, M. Brissette and Dr. Lapthorn 
Smith. 
Honorary Curator—Mr. Alfred H. Mason. 
Honorary Corresponding Secretary—Prof. Penhallow. 
Honorary Recording Secretary—Mr. A. Holden. 
Treasurer—Mr. P. 8. Ross. 
At a subsequent meeting of Council, held June 4th, Mr. 
Samuel Finley was elected Chairman of Council, and the 
following committees were appointed :— 
Editing Committee—Prof. Penhallow, Chairman; Dr. 
Harrington, Dr. T. Wesley Mills, A. T. Drummond, Joseph 
Bemrose. 
Lecture Committee—Dr. Harrington, Chairman; Rev. 
Dr. Campbell, P. S. Ross, A. H. Mason, Dr. J. Baker 
Edwards, 
Library Committee—EH. T. Chambers, Chairman; J. A. U. 
sjeaudry, I. B. Caulfield, R. W. McLachlan, Joseph Fortier. 
House Committee—J. 8. Shearer, Chairman; J. A. U. 
Beaudry, J. H, Joseph, Samuel Iinley. 
