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Mr. Fearnley gave notice that at the next meeting he should 
propose, that in the event of Mr. Dray being elected to the Council, 
the sum of ten pounds per annum be allowed him from the funds 
of this Society, in part payment of his expenses. 
Mr. Dray proposed to add to Rule 8, “ and no monies or funds 
of this Society be appropriated for any other purpose than to liqui- 
date any debt or debts of the said Society, or the legitimate advance- 
ment of veterinary science, or aid in the cause of benevolent objects 
connected with the veterinary profession.” Mr. Naylor seconded 
the motion, which was carried unanimously. 
Mr. Patterson moved, and Mr. Nicholson seconded the motion, 
“ That Rule 1 1 of the Society’s Regulation Rules be rescinded, and 
the following words substituted, viz. ‘ That the whole of the meet- 
ings of this Society be held in Leeds.’” — Carried. 
The President proceeded to read the inaugural address, which 
was listened to with marked attention. It contained much useful 
matter, and was especially forcible in dealing with the subject of 
personal morale and professional etiquette. 
The reading of Mr. Anderton’s paper was deferred, owing to 
want of time. 
The company then dined together. The usual loyal and patriotic 
toasts were drank, followed by a number of veterinary toasts. A 
very pleasant and happy reunion was enjoyed. 
(Signed) W. Broughton, 
Hon. Sec. 
[We have received a copy of the address, which we regret to be 
obliged to withhold from publication, in consequence of the great 
demands on our space. — Eds.] 
THE NATIONAL VETERINARY BENEVOLENT 
AND MUTUAL DEFENCE SOCIETY. 
Gentlemen, — Allow me through your pages to draw the atten- 
tion of the profession to the circumstance that the next annual 
meeting of the above Society will shortly be held, and most probably 
at the same time as the examinations at Edinburgh. Of this, how- 
ever, due notice will be given to each member. 
At the meeting in question, the President, P. Taylor, Esq., will 
move an alteration of Rule II, regarding livery stables and re- 
positories. 
The Secretary will move the following addition to the Rules : 
1st. That donors of the amount of £10 or upwards in one 
donation shall be elected Life Governors of the Society, and be 
eligible to vote at the distribution of its funds. 
