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was comparitively a cursory examination of this interesting spot, 
that there was distinct proof of two perfectly and entirely different 
periods of the history of the world — a period when there existed in 
this country a much warmer climate than that which was enjoyed 
now, when these animals were to be found to which he had alluded ; 
and subsequently a glacial period, when this state of things was 
altogether changed. He trusted very much that Professor Miall 
would be good enough to develop these questions in some future 
paper, which would, he was confident be of great interest to geolo- 
gists, not only in Yorkshire but throughout the country — (applause) 
— and in order that he might do that, it was essential that this in- 
teresting fissure should be thoroughly examined. (Hear, hear.) The 
council of the society had issued a little circular pointing out the 
importance of this examination, and inviting subscriptions for the 
purpose of defraying the very moderate expenses which would have 
to be incurred on account of it. He could not for a moment doubt 
that the necessary funds would be forthcoming, not alone from the 
resources of the members of the society, but from others in York- 
shire who might be interested in inquiries of this kind. For himself 
he had been most happy to inform Mr. Davis, their honorary 
secretary, who worked so hard for the society, with such great 
advantage to its members — (applause) — he had had the pleasure of 
telling him that for himself he would be very happy to contribute 
£10 towards the sum which was required for the purpose — (ap- 
plause) — and he only hoped, and felt confident that others would 
very readily supply the means that were necessary for the thorough 
and complete examination of a locality which was likely to throw 
considerable light upon many interesting scientific questions. (Hear, 
hear.) He was very glad to understand that the council of the 
society were anxious in the course of the present year, to visit some 
portion of the North Riding of Yorkshire. (Hear, hear. ) As he 
had said, the society had recently extended its operations to the 
whole county, but he thought that with the single exception of 
Scarborough, they had not yet visited any portion of the North Rid- 
ing. He was very glad, therefore, to find that they were contem- 
