OTitij of 4‘cm^ou (i^ntomoUniii-'itl 
§»ocictn. 
HIS SOCIETY has for its chjoct the fliflnsion of the science of 
Natural History, by iiieans of papers, discussions, exhibitions, 
and the formation of collections for rt'forence. Since its connnence- 
nient in 185H, a valuable and useful Library has been formed, which 
comprises, amongst other works, complete sets of the “ Zoologist 
(1H1H-1H97), “Entomologist” (Vols. 1-81), “ Entomologist’s Monthly 
Magazine” (Vols. 1-84), and the “ Entomologist’s Record and Journal 
of Variation ” (Vols. 1-9). There is also a collection of British 
Lepidoptera, and collections of other orders are now in course of 
formation. 
The meetings take place on the first and third Tuesdays in each 
month, from 7.80 to 10 p.m., at the London Institution, linsbury 
Circus, E.C., which is easily accessible from all parts. Exhibits are 
made at every meeting, and papers read on various Natural History 
subjects, a special feature being the systematic discussion and exhibi¬ 
tion of interesting groups of insects, &c. 
The Entrance Fee is Two Hhillings 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 oilers. ’The Society theivfore looks with con¬ 
fidence for the support of all who are interested in the study of 
Natural History. 
The year commences on the first 'Tuesday in December, but 
intending members may join at any time, the ballot being taken at 
the next ordinary meeting after that on which tliey are proposed. 
Further information may be obtained from either of the lion. 
Secretaries. 
