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 and his literary power rendering his speeches little gems of their kind."

And they had to row in that day, as we shall see in Lord Esher's case.

And now comes one who needs no introduction here or in any other land where the English tongue is spoken.

"There are few men on the Bench more widely known or more popular than his honor Judge Hughes—popular with the entire community, and as much loved and respected in America as he is at home. All through his career, Judge Hughes has endeared himself by his thoughful and earnest interest in social problems, tending to advance the happiness and well-being of the bulk of the people. Born in 1823; at Rugby a firm and lasting friendship sprang up between Dr. Arnold and Thomas Hughes, which helped largely to mould the latter's character; and which led young Hughes to consider the well-being of the masses as the highest care of an English gentleman. At Oxford, the spark that Dr. Arnold had aroused into activity gradually grew into a sturdy flame; 'Hughes of Oriel' winning much repute as an earnest student; holding strong liberal views; and one who would do and dare much and raise the democracy to his standard of purity and excellence. Successful at the Bar and in politics 'It is, however, as an author that Mr. Hughes owes his wide popularity.' His Tom Brown's School-Days, published in 1856, at once brought him the most sincere congratulation, and to this day is the school-boy's classic as a source of pleasure. It has passed through very many editions, and has been reproduced in many languages.

"The Scouring of the White Horse; Tom Brown at Oxford; Layman's Face; The Cause of Freedom, and the Manliness of Christ; and many articles of his 'have evoked warm praise from the most capable critics at home, in America, and on the Continent. And, when the Lord Chancellor raised Mr. Hughes to the County Court Bench, in 1882, it was felt that his appointment was alike a compliment to literature as to law. As a judge, his honor is urbane,