I have only to add that I will discharge its duties to the best of my ability." All applauded except Fletcher.

He sat with an unpleasant scowl upon his face, and waited for the result of the balloting for Vice-President and Secretary.

Had he been elected to either position, the Clionian would probably have retained his illustrious name upon its roll.

But as these honors were conferred upon other members, he formed the heroic resolution no longer to remain a member.
"Mr.President," he said, when the last vote was announced, "I desire to terminate my connection with this Society." "I hope Mr.Fletcher will reconsider his determination," said Harry from the chair.
"I would like to inquire the gentleman's reasons," said Tom Carver.
"I don't like the way in which the Society is managed," said Fletcher.

"I predict that it will soon disband." "I don't see any signs of it," said Oscar.