WE wish to call the attention of all those in any way interested in boating to the pressing need in which the Clubs stand at present, of an increased membership. Many think that they would rather postpone their subscription till next year; but we must remind them that it is very likely that there will be no clubs next year to join. By the arrangements which have been made with Mr. Blakey, and on which the existence of the clubs now hangs, unless about eight more men join each club and pay their money this year, the club-system must be numbered among the things of the past. The evil of this state of things is apparent to all. If the clubs are discontinued no persons

will be able to row who do not own a boat of their own, and for them the expenses will be increased. It would be a pity if this comes to pass through the lack of a few extra members, and therefore we hope that all those interested in rowing who have not yet joined a club will do so at once, and help to keep the system in existence.