The President.

Mr. Bradshaw rose and proceeded with a neat, well-rehearsed speech of welcome to new members. "When I was a new member I was frightened to open my mouth for six months . . . .," quoth the veteran, in urging new members "to stand up, speak up, and shut up." Anxious looks were directed at "Smad" when this strong language was used. Mr. Bradshaw also mentioned the word "punctuality," whereat offenders above-mentioned registered renewed embarrassment.