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THE VETERINARIAN, NOVEMBER 1, 1856. 
Ne quid falsi dicere audeat, ne quid veri non audeat. 
Cicero. 
OPENING OF THE SCHOLASTIC SESSION 1856-7, AT THE 
ROYAL VETERINARY COLLEGE. 
The Lectures were commenced, for the Session, at the 
above institution, on Monday, October 13th, by Professor 
Simonds, giving the introductory address. 
It may, perhaps, be thought by some persons, that we 
have no right to offer any observations on the above subject, 
especially as one of us took an active part therein. But in 
the editorial we there is that w’hich enables us to ensconce 
ourselves as behind a shield, and thus protected, we think 
we may venture to break through any false feelings, usually 
designated “ delicate” ones, and speak independently, as we 
have been wont to do; but we will be brief, lest we should 
be accused of self-laudation or praise-seeking. 
As in antecedent years, for we can now remember a goodly 
number, we were not forgotten by our friends, — the older 
members of the profession. Indeed more than usual were 
present on this occasion. Their presence is always extremely 
gratifying, not only as proving the estimation in which they 
continue to hold their alma mater , but rather because it 
acts as an incentive for good to the student, by awakening a 
spirit of industry and emulation. The aspiring mind will natu- 
rally say, “ There is Mr. So-and-so, he has by perseverance, 
suavity of manners, and the exercise of his talents, raised 
himself to the position in which he stands. Why cannot I 
do the same? Henceforth I am resolved, at least, to try.” 
A noble resolution, and one which if honestly carried out, 
will be sure to be crowned with success. And besides this, 
the teachers, too, are both pleased and encouraged. May it 
