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than to find that it was larger than necessary. I think I need 

 hardly do more than put the vote of thanks to the meeting, 

 and request you to pass it by acclamation. 



Mr. Rayner said in reply — I am much obliged for the very 

 kind, but too flattering, manner in which Mr. JafFe has just 

 proposed this vote of thanks to myself, and to you, ladies and 

 gentlemen, for the very cordial manner in which you have 

 responded. I assure you it has afforded me very much pleasure 

 to have addressed you on the subject I have attempted to deal 

 with this evening, and I am gratified to have had such an 

 influential, indulgent, and appreciative audience. 



