Those who feel an interest in the subject of Astronomy will be pleased to notice the series of lectures arranged by the Natural History Society. Professor Searle of the Observatory will deliver the four lectures treating on the elements of Astronomy. While the course in itself will not be very advanced, it will doubtless prove interesting and instructive. We hope it may have the effect of leading to something higher. Every year the college publications have made futile appeals that the study of Astronomy should become a part of the curriculum. If by such lectures as these to be given by Professor Searle, the faculty may be made to feel the strength of the desire for advanced study in Astronomy, the Natural History Society will indeed have done a commendable piece of work for the university.

We are glad to see this activity on the part of the Natural History Society. There is an excellent field for it to work in and make its influence more widespread. The society offers peculiar advantages to men interested in scientific subjects and we trust the prominence given it by this course on astronomy may ensure it of heartier support from the college.