And as the work is His, so also all the labourers are His. Their special probation is marked out, as is best for them; their trials, their powers, and their blessings, are wrought together into a perfect harmony. When all is fulfilled— whether in one hour or many-then He calls them away. Can it be that what is left imperfect here, shall blossom into perfection hereafter? Leave it all in His hand. Remember the two Sons of Zebedee, the ardent and impetuous Sons of Thunder among the Twelve. One was called early to rest, almost ere he could do Christ's work at all; the other waited long in old age, calling earnestly for his Lord to come. Can we doubt, that, with the one as with the other, "it was well"?

And once more, as the work and the workers, so also the reward is His, freely given without measure, full to the satisfaction of all. Each in the Kingdom hereafter shall have his true and special place. All (I suppose) shall have their various degrees; but all shall be perfectly satisfied in peace. As here, so there also, God gives each just that place for which he is fitted, and in which therefore he is happy; and so all enter into that joy, which is deep enough for all.

So then, brethren, here as always, we come back to our one only refuge, faith in God's wisdom which orders all things in their measure, faith in His Love which works all together for good. I know that this faith is at times hard to feel, in hours of vain regret and longing affection; but in it alone is God's peace. We can need no more teaching in this life, we can need little more preparation for the next, if we can say from the heart these words, which we have sung to night :

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Boarding-House Musical Societies.

N the September number of this Magazine there appeared a suggestion, that the best method of encouraging the study of Music in the College would be the establishment of societies for that purpose in each boarding-house, in connection with a central one of the same character in the College. As yet, however, no house has made any attempt towards the formation of such a societyprobably from lack of information as to their nature and intention— and accordingly we think it might be useful to state in a few words some general rules, the substance of which is taken from those now

in force at Harrow, where these societies have been in vogue for some time, and have been found to work well. The manager is to be the senior boy in the house; but if he, from any cause, such as want of musical ability, feel himself incapable of properly discharging the duties of his post, he may delegate his duties to anyone else whom he may think most suited for the office. The number of members is not limited unless the manager thinks it desirable, in which case twenty may be taken as a good limit. Each member must subscribe the sum of about five shillings towards the expenses of the society, and the money thus raised would be applied to the purchase of music for the use of members, and to the engagement of a singing-master for the instruction of the class, who should, if possible be the same as the music-master employed by the central society at the College. The practices should take place once or twice a week, as circumstances may permit, and should not be of longer duration than an hour-and-a-half,—indeed for all practical purposes we think an hour would be found quite long enough. The time most convenient would probably be the hour after afternoon school, during which but few have any employment, more especially now that the long winter evenings have begun. These practices might be a preparation for Boarding-house Concerts at the close of the half-year, which would be exceedingly appropriate this half, seeing that the College Concert is to be superseded by Private Theatricals. In any case a little part-singing could do no one any harm, and indeed, if poets are to be believed, might be productive of much good; for if music can, according to their statements, "soften rocks," and "bend the knotted oak," it surely ought to do something towards polishing the rough and uncouth minds with which boys are popularly supposed to be endowed. And these societies would, moreover, prove valuable as "feeders" to the College Choir, which certainly needs something of the sort to keep its strength from decreasing. We are sure there are many boys who do not join the Choir, not merely because they do not like the trouble, but through their not being aware that they possess any musical capabilities—simply because they have never had an opportunity of discovering them. And such recruits are just what are needed in a School Choir where the voices are always changing, an evil which it is impossible to prevent.

Among other things evincing a growing taste for music among the members of the College we may mention the Rifle Corps Fife and Drum Band now in course of formation. The number of performers is to be, we understand, about sixteen, and already more than half that number of names have been given in, so there is little doubt of

its soon begining its existence, though, of course, its ultimate success will depend entirely on the zeal and application of its members. There is, we believe, no subscription expected from those who join, and instruments will be provided free of cost. Perhaps it will tend to increase the numbers of our now sadly diminished Rifle Corps if they are preceded on their march by martial (if not harmonious) strains.

Football.

Two Sides of the Chapel.

This is always the first match of the Football Season, in which of course all old caps do their duty. It has more especially to do however, with those who were not in the twenties of the previous season. The game tended naturally to a little punt about, but there was plenty of pluck shown on both sides. The Reading Desk won with one goal and two rouges, to five rouges. For the winning side, Renny-Tailyour, P. Barrow, Grey, Ommaney, and Wyatt, were the new ones, who principally distinguished themselves, whilst for the losers, Kenrick and Lushington were the most conspicuous.

The Town Match.

There being plenty of old fellows down, who thought they could do as much now as when they were at the College, a Town Twenty was got up, and a very strong one it seemed. But the better condition of our Twenty was too much for our opponents, who from the very beginning had not a chance, in spite of the endeavours of Reid, Cooke, Rose, and Farquharson, who played extremely well. On our side, among many others, Grey, Turner, and Brice were most conspicuous.

Fireflies v. Grasshoppers.

We noticed this match in the last "Cheltonian," and although it did not turn out quite so close an affair as was expected, a thoroughly good and plucky game it was.

At the commencement it seemed as if our hopes were to have been realised. Both sides seemed determined to prevent the others from getting the first point, and for the first half-hour no advantage was gained by either. The Fireflies were the first to get a rouge, which was followed by one for the Grasshoppers, who soon after got a "punt out." The Fireflies then played up well, and got another rouge. They however could not make head against their opponents from this time, who finally won easily by two goals and five rouges. Of course every one did well in such a match, but we must mention Baker, who kicked beautifully half-back, Dunsterville in his old place, and Lanyon and Naylor for the Grasshoppers. For the others, Grey, Money, Baines, Humphrys, and Farquharson.

The First Twenty v. Next Fifty.

The Fifty got the wind, and soon showed to the front, getting a touch down almost immediately. In fact against the wind the Twenty had very little chance, they managed to get four rouges by good forward play, but the Fifty got two more kicks at goal, none of them however were kicked, so sides were changed: The Twenty had it now all their own way, what with the Fifty getting in one another's way, and their own good play. They soon got rouges, &c., and finally a goal. In spite of being now with the wind, the Fifty could not retrieve their fortunes, and were finally beaten by two goals and two rouges. Addison, Gordon, Manning, E. Young, and Taylor, played well for the Fifty, and all the Twenty surpassed themselves.

Cricketers v. The College

Was the next match. The Cricketers were too strong and won very easily in spite of the efforts of some of the College. Turner and Barrow figured among the Cricketers, and Stewart played well. For the College, Mackworth worked very hard, and did good service; and Dunsterville as usual was invaluable. The Cricketers had three goals and nine rouges to one goal and two rouges.

A to H v. K to Z.

Another rather one-sided affair, owing to a great many of the first half not coming up. K to Z had it all their own way, and won by two goals and nine rouges to six rouges. Brice and Bramwell played well for A to H, and Mc Pherson and Naylor for the others,

The Prefects v. The College.

A very unpleasant day with a good deal of wind, which the College had on their side at the commencement. The consequence was that the Prefects soon had to change goal. With the wind however, they gradually crept up, owing to the endeavours of some of the caps, who exerted themselves to their utmost, the others not backing up nearly enough. Rain stopped play when the College were four rouges ahead. Barrow, Brice, Money, Bishop, and Corbett deserve mention on the Prefect's side, and Smith, A. Young, and Taylor for the College.

Classical Houses v. Modern Houses.

The Classical houses seemed to be the stronger on paper, but owing to the absentees, they could make but slight head against their opponents. The score at the end of the match was, Modern Houses, three goals and twelve rouges, to one kick at goal and three rouges. Brice and Renny-Tailyour kicked the goals, and played very well throughout. A most promising player is Green, who played along the bottom, and was very effective. For the other side, Addison played very well, and Baines, Barrow, and Mackworth were generally very conspicuous.

We have to give notice of the "Old" Collegian Match. The day has not been settled as yet, but it will be either on Saturday, December 15th, or the following Wednesday. As many "Old" Collegians as come down will be allowed to play, and we shall play with Classical and Modern caps, and not as formerly, only twenty against twenty. Notices have been sent up to different papers, and any old Collegian desirous of playing, must send in his name, either to S. Cooke, Esq., Trinity College, Cambridge, or to L. C. Abbott at the College.

The College Pubate Theatricals.

It has been determined that, instead of the usual Christmas Concert at the close of the half-year, there shall be a performance of Private Theatricals in the big Classical Room of the College, which will probably take place on Thursday, the 20th of December,