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 say that all important questions of historical, scientific, political, literary and artistic interest are treated therein with critical acumen and extraordinarily sound judgment.

Professor Iorga, it would be almost absurd for me to present you to the members of this audience who already know you and love you. I can only say that, on behalf of the President of Columbia University — who regrets his inability to be present because of a long arranged visit abroad— we wish you a cordial welcome and extend to you our deep appreciation for the honour of your presence here.

JOHN L. GERIG

Professor of Celtic, Columbia University