The interest shown in the first two joint debates between the Forum and the Union is a good argument for the continuance of such debates in the future. Although there was not a large audience last night and although the speaking itself was not of a particularly high order, a good number of men availed themselves of the chance to speak and the affair gave that practice in speaking in competition which is so generally needed. Such a debate certainly offers just as good practice as one between the Union or the Forum and some outside club, it gives a chance for more men to speak and it brings with it no disadvantageous publicity.

It is undoubtedly true, however, that these debates would arouse more general interest and a keener competition if a decision were given. We believe that if this feature can be introduced and the contests made regular fixtures, they will do some permanent good to debating in the University.