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32 which apparently forms the basis of the percipient's impression. Well marked instances of this kind of transference will be found in some experiments by Mr. H. G. Rawson. But in experiments of this kind at close quarters it is extremely difficult to ensure that information shall not be conveyed, subconsciously, by muttering or whispering.

For similar reasons I do not think it necessary to quote here any experiments in the transference of sensations of smell or taste; many examples of which are to be found amongst the writings of the earlier mesmerists. A few experiments of the kind are also recorded in our Proceedings.

Experiments at a Distance

We have no continued series of experiments at a distance at all comparable in importance to the Brighton experiments at close quarters. But there are several cases where the amount of coincidence seems to be beyond what chance could afford. Dr. A. S. Wiltse, the agent in the following example, has sent us records of a series of experiments made in the course of the year 1892 with Mrs. Wiltse, his young son, and one or two neighbours. These experiments, all at close quarters, showed a considerable proportion of successes. The following is the only experiment made at a distance. One successful experiment had been made with Mr. Raseco as agent in the same room.