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It is however a matter of regret, shared by many, that the 

 exhibits are on view for a few hours only, during which time it 

 is impossible to get more than a general glimpse of them. A few 

 •explanatory remarks given in connection with the more impor- 

 tant exhibits would also largely increase the usefulness of these 

 Conversaziones, thus bringing about a somewhat more satisfactory 

 relationship between the trouble and expense involved and the 

 practical results achieved. 



Original Researches. — In continuation of the practice originated 

 In 1881, to publish yearly a list of subjects, peculiar to Australia 

 the investigation of which would be of great interest and value to 

 the Colony, the Council invited original contributions and offered 

 its medal together with a grant of £25 for the best original paper 

 •on the following subjects viz.: — 



Series IX. — To be sent in not later than 1st May, 1890. 



No. 31 — The Influence of the Australian Climate (general 

 and local) in the development and modification 

 of Disease. 

 No. 32 — On the Silver Ore Deposits of New South Wales. 



No. 33 — On the Occurrence of Precious Stones in New South 

 Wales, with a description of the deposits in which 

 they are found. 



Four papers were received on the first subject (No. 31) but the 

 Council did not consider any of them of sufficient merit to receive 

 the award. No papers were received on the two other subjects 

 (Nos. 32 and 33). 



Series X. — Papers to be sent in not later than May 1st, 1891, 

 •comprises the following three subjects, viz. : — 



No. 34:— The Meteorology of Australia, New Zealand, and 

 Tasmania. . The Society's Medal and £25. 



No. 35 — Anatomy and Life History of the Echidna and 

 Platypus. The Society's Medal and £25. 



No. 36 — The Microscopic Structure of Australian Rocks. 

 The Society's Medal and £25. 



