The Chairman said it afforded him much pleasure to preside over the meeting, not only as in virtue of his office of Mayor, but as a private individual who had taken some considerable interest in the institution from its foundation. He had to congratulate the subscribers on the nourishing state of the institution. They had a balance in hand of £281, which although not equal to that of last year, was, nevertheless, a result worthy of congratulation. He was pleased to hear that Mr Hislop had reported favour ably of the institution, and was glad to see so many bright and happy faces among the children. He then went on to discuss the advisability of boarding out the older children, and stated that under the existing management ho was of opinion that there was no necessity for such a step, as the children seemed healthy and happy, and regarded the institution truly as a homo. No doubt in the family circle, home was sweeter than in a large institution, and if they could find suitable families where the head of the house would see to the welfare of the children, such an arrange ment might be better than keeping them all under one roof. But he was afraid great difficulty would be experienced in liuding such families, and taking everything into consideration ho was inclined to say, "keep them under one roof. He again tbauked the subscribers and management on the succosstul working of the institution,

The Bcv. Archdeacon Maunsell was astonished at the report just read, aud thought the subscribers might well feel proud of it. He had been in the habit of examining the children of the Home in the Scriptures, and he had also examined the children attending the common schools on the same subject, aud ho was astonished at the difference which existed between the two classes. In tbe common schools he found ignorance and insubordination, while at the Home the children gave evidence of knowledge, intelligence and docility. He had much pleasure in moving "That the report and statement of accounts be adopted and printed." Mr F. Larkins seconded tho motion, which was carried unanimously.
