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NATURE NOTES. 
SELBORNE SOCIETY NOTICES. 
Donations to Selborne Library. — The Librarian acknowledges with 
thanks the receipt of a copy of the Rev. J. G. Wood’s edition of Gilbert White’s 
“ Natural History of Selborne” (Routledge), from F. W. Ashley, Esq., F.Z.S. ; 
also “ British and Foreign Birds,” from H. Ravenshaw, Esq. 
Lantern Slides.— The Council is desirous of forming a collection of 
lantern slides on natural history subjects, suitable for the illustration of Selbornian 
lectures during the coming winter, and which they would be prepared to lend 
to members who are able and willing to lecture on behalf of the Society. 
Members and friends are invited to contribute towards this object. The 
Secretary will be glad to hear from the Hon. .Secretaries of Branches who will 
require lecturers during the session. 
New Leaflet. — In order to assist Hon. Secretaries in the formation and 
carrying on of new branches, a leaflet has been prepared by Mr. E. A. Martin, 
F.G.S., and approved by the Council, entitled “ How to start a Branch of the 
Selborne Society.” It is now ready for distribution to those requiring it, and 
applications for copies should be made to the Secretary, Selborne Society, 20, 
Hanover Square, W. 
Field Club Saturday Rambles.— 
September 5. — Upper Warlingham to Coulsdon and Farthing Downs. 
(Victoria, 2.35; East Croydon, 3; Upper Warlingham, 3. 17 ; London Bridge, 
2.25, change at East Croydon). Tea near Coulsdon Station, same place as on 
July 4- 
September 12. — Meet at Hanwell Station on arrival of 3.12 train (Padding- 
ton, 2.50; Willesden, 2.52 ; Ealing Broadway, 3.6). Thence through the fields 
to Greenford and Northolt. Guide Mr. H. Ravenshaw. 
September 19. — Meet at Hampstead Heath Station (Victoria, 2.24; 
Willesden, 2.52 ; Broad Street. 2.40). Tea at Gate House Hotel, Highgate. 
Guide, Mr. G. K. Gude, F.Z.S. 
September 2 (>. — Meet at Loughton .Station on arrival of 2 o’clock train from 
Liverpool Street. Thence by field-path to “King’s Head” Chigwell, where 
take tea at about 5.30. Day tickets, is. Guide, Mr. Wattson. 
October 3. — Bromley, to Hayes and Keston Commons. Croydon contingent take 
train at Addiscombe Road (S.E.R.) 2.23. Elmer’s End arr. 2.29, dep. 2.38; 
Hayes, 2.50. London contingent; Charing Cross, 1.45; London Bridge, 1.58 
or 2.21 ; change at Elmer’s End. Any coming by 2.21 train kindly notify Mr. 
Martin. 
A Fungus Foray is under arrangement for the middle of October, in 
conjunction with the Lambeth Field Club. Further particulars will be announced 
next month. 
Council and Committee Meetings. — The next meetings of the Council 
will be held on September 3 and October 1, at 5.30; and of the Magazine and 
Leaflet Committee on September 17 and October 15, at 5.30. 
NEWS FROM THE BRANCHES. 
Abinger and Sbere. — A very enjoyable ramble took place in connection 
with this Branch on August 22, and was attended by a large number of members, 
children from the schools, and other frientls of the Branch. During the ramble 
a visit was paid to Lord Farrer’s grounds, the rockery, laid out apparently in 
imitation of that at Kew Gardens, being very greatly admired. Tea was kindly 
provided by the Hon. Sec., Miss Forster, 01 West Hackhurst, at her residence, 
after which an adtlress was given on various local, botanical, and geological points 
of interest. 
Edward A. Martin, F.G.S. 
Hon. Sec. Magazine and Leaflet Committee. 
