But I have listened attentively to what has been outlined to-night by other speakers as constituting a worthy president, and I can only add that I shall do all that may possibly be in my power to live up to such ideals.

The chair now stands ready to be advised of any further business that may properly come before the meeting." There being no "business," the time was taken up with speeches from several plebes who wanted to be heard.

The subject of their treatment by the yearlings came in for much attention.

Many of the speakers expressed burning indignation at the "small show" accorded to the plebe class.
"Hasn't our president something to say on this subject ?" called some one.
"I shall be glad to speak on this very matter," smiled Cadet Prescott, rising.

"Gentlemen of the class, I know that we are traveling over a road that, even under the most genial conditions, would be a rough one.