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4 the Labours of this College, conciliated the Favour, and Munificence, of our just, beneficent, and sagacious, Sovereign.

Waving, then, every Expression of that Sense of Gratitude which is entertained of the Advancers of these Honours; we will proceed tothe Consideration of the Benefits which they have signalized, and of the Way in which they are calculated to promote the best Interests of Mankind.

Causes, affecting, in any Manner, or Degree, the Progress of the Arts, and Sciences, in national Communities, if they comprehend in their Influence, the Healing Art, must be within the Scope of preliminary Examination, on this Occasion; especially if they have been dwelt upon, by commanding Abilitics, in this Theatre.

It is necessary to plead these Considerations in Justification of myself: for the Authorities of this College are bound to maintain, that not any �