Vor. III. AUGUST, 1893. No. 1. 
All matter (and especially Scientific Words) intended for publica- 
tion in “ Quarterly” must be written plainly and on one side 
of the paper only. 
Each Contributor is responsible for the facts mentioned in 
his Paper. 
EDITORIAL. 
Tur present issue of our Quarterly is enlarged by the addition 
of several pages of interesting matter, which we hope will be 
acceptable to the members of the Association, and to all who may 
secure a copy. Weare pleased to announce that there is a growing 
interest to be traced in the community in reference to scientific 
subjects, and especially to the development of knowledge relating 
to the natural world in several localities. The study of the various 
branches of natural history cannot be too frequently recommended 
to all classes of the community, as furnishing a sphere of mental 
employment, which will not only tend to increase acquaintance with 
the kingdom of nature but will add vastly to the happiness and 
enjoyment of life. 
Tt will be seen from the subjoined notes that the number of 
our members is larger than at any previous period of the history of 
the Association, and we have sufficient reason to believe that our 
future will be of a prosperous character. 
Tur Annual Meeting of the Association was held on the 27th June. 
In the absence of the President, the chair was occupied by Vice- 
President Mr. William Shaw. ‘There being a good attendance of 
members, of coutse much interest was taken in the election of Officers, 
reading of Annual Report and Balance Sheet; and the Association is 
to be congratulated upon the steady progress made during the past 
