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an address and testimonial, together with a cheque
for $1000.
Considerable additions were made
to the Library during this Session. The Principal had
intimated the previous April, that $2000 for six
years was necessary to set the Library on a satisfactory
basis, and in response to his appeal for funds, $1000
was contributed during the winter of 1881-82, $500 being
donated by Mr. Allan Gilmour of Ottawa to whose gener-
osity the University had again and again been indebted.
In the Museum a good deal of
work was done during the summer, particularly in the
Conchological and Botanical Departments, and many
valuable contributions were received, including a fine
collection of Chinese articles from Formosa, presented by
Rev. Dr. Mackay.
For several years considerable incon-
venience had been felt in connection with the use of
the Observatory in the City Park, the proceedings of
those engaged in observation, being continually interrupted
by the crowds frequenting the Park, particularly during
the summer evenings. It was therefore resolved to
apply to the City Council for leave to remove the
instruments to a building more conveniently placed
in the College grounds. The Corporation agreed
to the request and a small Observatory

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