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his life which came with his friendship with the Unwins, the Throckmortons and with a Calvinist clergyman, the Rev. John Newton. Cowper took to hobbies and to the writing of poetry as an antidote to melancholy, and neither his poems nor his letters were intended for publication. His letters are extraordinarily interesting, and we were told that in one of them Cowper forecast the dreadful consequences that would inevitably result from the Science of Aviation. Cowper died in 1800.

In conclusion, we wish to thank all who have contributed to the success of this session, which has been marked by a high proportion of literary papers. Nevertheless the burdens of the Society are shouldered by too few and we should like to see the Fifth Form play a greater part in the Society's activities. Finally, we are particularly grateful to the Headmaster, who continues to preside at our meetings, and we wish to express to him our sincere appreciation for all that he has done for the success of the Society.

P. W. COMAN.

CATHOLIC EVIDENCE GUILD

At a meeting last September, S. A. Tarpey was elected Secretary for the year. Meetings have been held each week, and we have a fair number of speakers. In general the speeches have been good, though sometimes rather too academic in their treatment of the subjects. Most of the meetings have been marked by lively " heckling," but it is noticeable that the questions generally come from a few of the more experienced Guild members. All members must choose a subject for study, and should be ready with questions about it. This would add greatly to the interest and value of their attendance at meetings, and encourage all to take their turn in speaking themselves. Membership of the C.E.G. must never be allowed to degenerate into merely passive listening. It is our aim to prepare ourselves by prayer and study to take our part in the great work of winning England back to the Faith.

A.M.

CHOIR NOTES

Once again for St. Cecily's Day a varied programme was given. As a break in the vocal items, there were pianoforte, violin and 'cello solos. Undoubtedly the high spot of the evening was the brilliant playing of Mr. Brennan. We are also most grateful to him for his very tasteful accompaniments. As usual the Choir rose to the occasion and repaid amply the hard work put in. They sang with enthusiasm and earned their applause. The solo singing of Lees, Gasparelli and McGovern deserves special mention.

J. McGOVErN

" Drink To Me Only " arr. Elliot Button

CHORUS

15. DUET: " None Shall Part Us " (Iolanthe)

Sullivan

j. McGoVErN and L. GASPArELLI
16.   " Passing By "   ... Purcell

CHORUS

14.