ANNUAL REPORT. 



1860-61. 



The third annual report of your Council presents an 

 opportunity for congratulation upon the steady progress of 

 the Section, especially on the more regular attendance at 

 the meetings, and the more interesting nature of its pro- 

 ceedings. The difficulties attending its establishment 

 appear to be overcome, and a career of usefulness is open- 

 ing to it, which may prove important to the progress of 

 microscopical investigation. 



During the past year two members have been removed 

 by death, Mr. Thompson and Mr. Long. The former had 

 few opportunities of attending the meetings of the Section, 

 but he took great interest in its proceedings. Mr. Long 

 was a member of your Council; he was an ardent follower 

 of scientific pursuits, and his loss is deeply felt by all who 

 knew him. One resignation has been accepted. Three 

 new members have been elected. Several gentlemen have 

 become members of the Parent Society in order to be 

 qualified for joining the Section, and the names of six 

 candidates are now before you for election. 



Your Secretary has been elected a member of the 

 Council of the Parent Society, which may be regarded as 

 a compliment to the Section, and a proof of the estimation 

 in which it is held. 



During the Session the Section has held two summer 

 and eight ordinary meetings, at which several papers liave 

 been read, much valuable information communicated, and 



