as sketched by himself, being introduced. The volume is enclosed in a morocco-covered case, the whole forming a memorial at once sumptuous and impressive, worthy of the Scottish givers, and not unworthy of the American recipient. It should be added that the Address was executed by Mr John Brown, and the binding of the volume by Messrs William Muir & Co., both of Glasgow. The Album Committee of the Burns Federation were greatly indebted to Mr James D. Connell and Mr William Stewart for assistance in the preparation of their tribute to Mr Gribbel; in acknowledgment they, with the artists, were the guests of the Federation at the presentation. CONTRIBUTORS. The following artists made contributions to the album: Sir DAVID MURRAY, R.A., A.R.S.A., A.R.W.S., R.S.W., 1 Langham Chambers, Portland Place, London, W. A. K. BROWN, R.S.A., R.S.W., 152 Renfrew Street, Glasgow. R. W. ALLAN, R.S.W., R.W.S., 62 Buckingham Gate, London, S.W. T. C. F. BROTCHIE, F.S.A., Art Galleries, Kelvingrove. A. BROWNLIE DOCHARTY, 3 Jane Street, Glasgow. WILLIAM WALKER, 35 Redcliffe Square, London, S.W. JOHNSTONE BAIRD, 48 Thornton Avenue, Streatham Hill, London, S.W. JOHN HENDERSON, 207 West Campbell Street, Glasgow. TAYLOR BROWN, The Studio, Stewarton. J. MORRIS HENDERSON, 207 West Campbell Street, Glasgow. FRANCIS DODD, 51 Blackheath Park, London, S.E. H. MACBETH RAEBURN, 55a Maida Vale, London, W. W. A. GIBSON, 7 Great Western Terrace, Glasgow. TOM MAXWELL, Chimiez, West Kilbride. JOHN M'GHIE, 351 Renfrew Street, Glasgow. COLIN G. MITCHELL, 104 West George Street, Glasgow. J. HAMILTON MACKENZIE, R.S.W., 242 West George Street, Glasgow. DAVID FULTON, R.S.W., 183 West George Street, Glasgow. THOMAS HUNT, R.S.W., 88 Bath Street, Glasgow. HENRY MORLEY, The Gables, St. Ninian's, Stirling. JAMES PATERSON, R.S.A., R.S.W., R.W.S., 17 India Street, Edinburgh, WALTER M'ADAM, R.S.W., 259 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow. We give the following extract from an enthusiastic report of the Gribbel function read to the Sunderland Club by Mr A. W. Semple : It was a most appropriate speech, and the fact that Mr Gribbel delivered it without notes was an accomplishment any orator might have envied. Yet he claimed to be just a plain business man, but the company took him at their own valuation, and voted him one of the jolliest good fellows that had ever graced a Burns Federation function. After honouring the Artistes and Chairman, the latter said—as the Kilmarnock contingent had to leave for home shortly after nine o'clock, he would vacate the chair, and he suggested that Mr Cowie should preside and carry on for an hour or so longer. During the interval we were shewn the contents of the album, which is, I believe, unique in the annals of art. The meeting was re sumed, and the singing of the three Scottish artistes-Miss Marquis, soprano; Miss Norman, alto; and Mr Macgregor, baritone, was a musical treat of the highest order. Near the close of the function Mr Pollock referred to the fact that a deputation from the Sunderland Club was present, and suggested that Mr Turner should be called on for a few words. The Chairman accepted the suggestion, and Mr Turner delivered an impromptu speech that fairly brought down the house, and confirmed the Sunderland Burns Club's reputation as one of the most loyal Clubs that appeared on the roll of the Federation, and it also added to Mr Turner's well-known reputation as an after-dinner speaker. I am sure the memories of that memorable night will long remain fragrant in the minds of all present as one of the most pleasant chapters in the history of the Burns Federation, TO MR JOHN GRIBPEL. Gribbel! Ye honoured of the Scots. And set a valued treasure free. Your just interpretation which Should govern the unwritten law- And those who "farther canna fa'"; But every noble soul who earns A country's patriotic pride His work will charm the world, like Burns, And through eternity abide. "Twas thoughts like these that weighed with you, And no doubt centred in your mind; With breadth of vision known to few If mortal men could bridge the bourne, Kilmarnock. W. MUNRO. THE BURNSIAN WELCOME. (To be sung to the old American air, “ John Brown's Body.") We welcome Johnnie Gribbel frae the land across the sea, CHORUS Welcome, welcome to the land o' heath and glen, Ye meet us here in Glesca' toon beside the famous Clyde, CHORUS. There's no' a chiel among us a' but's Scottish to the core ; CHORUS. The time will come when man to man a' brithers kind shall be, That vision great of Robert Burns shall stretch from sea to sea; Let's do our best to give it shape and then we shall be free! That's the star o' the 25th! CHORUS Welcome, welcome to the land o' heath and glen, Glasgow. T. C. F. BROTCHIE. MR GRIBBEL IN AYRSHIRE. Ο IN AYR DISTRICT. Thursday, 5th August, the Officials of the Burns Federation met Mr Gribbel at Ayr Station, and proceeded to Turner's Bridge, from which a fine view of the Auld Brig was obtained. They then proceeded to the Auld Brig, where Mr Hyslop, acting as guide, showed the many points of interest. Mr Gribbel was much interested in the story of the successful efforts which had been made some years ago to strengthen the bridge and keep it as a monument for all time. After visiting the Auld Kirk the party proceeded to the Town Hall, where Provost Morton, supported by the Magistrates and local Burnsians, extended Mr Gribbel a hearty welcome. Amongst those present were Mr George Willock, President of the Ayr Burns Club; exx-Provost Hunter, Ayr; Bailie Murray, Bailie Terry, ex-Bailie Milne, Treasurer M Donald, Dean of Guild Stewart, Councillor D. A. Wallace; Mr P. A. Thomson, Town Clerk ; Mr T. L. Robb, Town Chamberlain; Mr T. Hart, C.A., Glasgow, Burgh Auditor; Mr J. D. Sloan, Glasgow; Mr James Hyslop, and Mr Robert Stewart. After lunch Burns's Cottage and Monument were visited. In the Cottage Museum the guest of the day would fain have lingered long over the many fine manuscripts and other Burns treasures which are housed there. After tea in the Doon Gardens, the party proceeded to Kirkoswald, where the Rev. Mr Muir took the party through Souter Johnnie's house, which is at present being overhauled, but is being kept as far as possible in its original condition. The visit to the old Church and Burial Ground was much enhanced by the Rev. Mr Muir's extensive knowledge of local history and legend, while the condition of the churchyard, for which he is mainly responsible, was |