Appreciatory Notes.

Before I deal with one or two subjects on which I propose to speak, I wish to refer to the death of the late Professer Cook, of Canterbury College. He was one of the first professors of Canterbury College, and he was for many years a member of the Senate of the University. He was appointed in 1884 to a seat on the Senate, and he was a senator until 1908, when he resigned. I can say of Kim that during all the time he was in the Senate he was ever careful, and anxious to do what could be done for the promotion of our University. It is not for me to speak of his teaching abilities, but I am sure his old students will never forget the able and arduous way in which he performed his duties. Many of his students obtained the highest honors obtainable in our University in mathematics, and throughout his whole career he ever showed great devotion to his profession, and a sincere regard for the welfare of all those who came under his tuition. I am sure that there ip no one connected with the University but who was grieved to hear of his break down in health, and his ultimate death, and that his family, whom he has left, has the deepest sympathy of all connected with education in New Zealand. I think I ought also to mention that we are about to lose the services of Mr Joynt as registrar. He will, however, remain connected with the University, as he has undertaken to perform the duty of Home agent in London. Speaking on behalf of myself—and I am sure I am only echoing the sentiments of other members of the Senate—Mr Joynt's absence from our future meetings as Registrar will be much regretted. We hope, however, that he may serve tie University for many years in his position in London. I am glad that I am able o congratulate Victoria College on having done good work during the past year. Many students have distinguished then pelves, some have obtained scholarships, and I have no doubt many have obtained the education that will fit them for their work in life. Of late there has been sone discussion about