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T HIS SOCIETl was founded in 1858 under the title of the 
“ Haggeston Entomological Society,” and has striven, for 
nearly half a century, to diffuse the knowledge of Natural 
History, particularly of Entomology. It has taken an active part in 
the preservation of Epping Forest and other similar movements for 
the public good, and also in the suitable housing of the famous 
“ Doubldeday Collection ” of Lepidoptera. Its own particular work 
includes the reading of papers, holding of discussions, and exhibi¬ 
tions, and a special feature of recent years has been the compilation 
of a London Fauna List, now being published in the Transactions. 
The meetings are held on the first and third Tuesdays in each 
month, excepting in July and August, from 7.80 to 10 p.m., at 
the London Institution, Finsbury Circus, E.C., which is easibly 
accessible from all parts; the Meeting-room is exceptionally com¬ 
fortable and well lighted, and no effort is spared to make the 
evenings pleasant and profitable. An annual Summer Excursion 
is arranged by the Society, and occasional Conversazioni. Visitors 
are welcomed to all the meetings. 
There is a good library, containing, among other works, the 
“ Zoologist,” “ Entomologist,” “ Entomologist’s Monthly Magazine,” 
&c., from their commencement, and also reference collections of 
Lepidoptera and Coleoptera, to which it is hoped other Orders may 
be added from time to time. 
An Entomological “Exchange Club” is now in process of form¬ 
ation under the auspices of the Society. 
The entrance Fee is Two Shillings and Sixpence, and the Annual 
Subscription Seven Shillings and Sixpence, payable in advance, both 
being purposely kept low in order that all may avail themselves of 
the benefits the Society offers. The Society therefore looks with 
confidence for the support of all who are interested in the study of 
Natural History. 
Further information may be obtained from either of the Hon. 
Secretaries. 
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