YORKSHIRE VETERINARY MEDICAL SOCIETY. 229 
have not been endowed with this oratorical qualification. Although 
I am deficient in such power, it must not deter me from responding 
in brief and simple language to the kindly feelings you have this 
evening expressed towards me. First, I must thank you for in- 
viting me to this complimentary dinner, and for the hospitable 
manner I have been entertained. Secondly, accept my grateful 
acknowledgments for the honour you have paid me, by presenting 
me with this illuminated address on my retiring from the pro- 
fession and the duties of Honorary Treasurer of this society. As 
you may suppose, in receiving this testimonial of your good will 
my mind is impressed with most pleasurable recollections. To 
win esteem from all is an impossibility ; but to gain the regard 
of those who have signed this address, and others of the profession 
whom I have been closely connected with, is an achievement any one 
might be proud of. The Yorkshire Veterinary Medical Society is a 
success, and I flatter myself (without egotism) that my exertions 
have contributed to its firm foundation. In a financial view it 
stands high, if not the highest of all the veterinary medical societies, 
which is very gratifying to me as your late Treasurer. I am quite 
convinced these associations have done, and are doing, good for the 
advancement and interests of the profession. The old motto 
“union is strength” never has been more verified. I question if 
the small reforms that have taken place would have been accom- 
plished if these associations had not been formed. Recollect what 
pressure from without can effect in parliamentary affairs, and if you 
are united, you cannot fail to improve your position in veterinary 
politics. It would be an act of remission were I not to allude to 
the high compliment I received at your hands, in electing me your 
first President, and then in the subsequent year re-electing me. This 
distinction will ever be appreciated, and I trust in that selection you 
have had no occasion to regret. As your Treasurer, my efforts (as 
this night’s proceedings can testify) have not been unavailing, but 
have merited your approbation. My endeavours to promote the suc- 
cess of this society have been most cheerfully given, and I should have 
been contented (on my resignation) without any testimonial, being 
amply rewarded by the position and prosperity this association has 
attained. In electing me an honorary fellow, you have multiplied 
my obligations to you. I shall be always most happy to attend the 
meetings, when opportunities will permit me, and when absent my 
best wishes will ever be with you. I consider under your able 
President, most efficient Secretary, and your new Treasurer, you 
cannot retrograde, but continue to progress. In retiring and bidding 
you farewell, allow me again to thank you for your kindness, and 
hope I may ever deserve and retain your good opinion. 
A number of other veterinary toasts, interspersed with vocal music, 
followed, and a very enjoyable evening was passed by all present. 
Wm. Broughton. 
