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ster did not here fall below her standard, notwithstanding the fact that the date and weather were both so unfavorable. A~ a review of the year's work we would say that we are highly pleased with the success with which Webster has met. By taking advantage of the opportuni- ties which it affords for literary development its members have accomplished the prime object for which it was organized. And we are very gratified to notice the marked improvement which our speakers have made during the year. Relying upon this improvement we look forward to the coming oratorical contest with confidence and feel sure that those in whose hands the safety of our Society has been placed will clo credit to the excellent reputation of Webster. Preparation for furnishing our new hall has been made this year, and we hope to be able by next September to welcome visitors into another and a better hall than the one now occupied by our Society. But wherever the place of meeting may be Webster Literary Society will always stand forth the foremost of its line, and not only will it still live, but it will also ever prosper. HISTORIAN. 11i