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Q^-r- V'a .i-C,i'''.i/. ; - /. i. , ,.<.**«ii'ajjf: '<.- •t., 1867. in Motrin )re he went date for the Province of unreserved le situation, criminating sal training, educational ge and long 3sor Weir in systems of e that on this xcellent and les, Inspector land. e confidence indidate than mental equip- the important :vour and an , D.D., of Aberlour. e high attain- ments and rare natural abilitiesof my old class-fellow, Profes- sor George Weir. As a Classical Scholar, be always held a most distinguished place ; and in Philosophy, Science, and Literature, he was in advance of most of his fellows. He has had large experience in the practical work of education, having taught with eminent success in all sorts of schools, from the Parish School up to the University. It is now a good many years since Professor Weir and I have had to take our several way^ which have been widely severed ; but J will always look back with unmingled pleasure to the whole course of oui college friendship. How- ever it may be with him now, at college he never made an enemy ; and to know him was to be his friend. Kind, gener- ous, honourable, an earnest student and a true man, eager in the race for honours, and proud of his success, yet free from any bitter feelijg of envy in defeat, he was respected and loved by all fellow-students, many of whom, in widely severed homes and with various fortunes, will unfeignedly rejoice in his success. (Signed,) D. MASSON, M.A., M.D., Minister of the Graelic Church, - '■' ' Edinburgh. [No. XIII.] ' ' I have known Professor Weir, late of Queen's College, for many years ; and it affords me great pleasure to be able to certify to his capabilities as a Teacher, whUe in that Institu- tion, His kind and affable manners won the affections of his class and gained him many friends. On several occasions I was present at the examination of classes by him in Classics and Mathematics ; and in this department (as examiner) he stands second to none. He also, while here, was appointed Local Superintendent of the |f rr^"^ 11 tl , I Common Schools ; and so highly was he appreciated, that the appointment was kepi open lor him for nearly a year after he left, in the hope that he might return. Where he is known, he needs no testimonials, as he quickly makes his mark. Wishing him success in his undertakings, I cheerfully subscribe myself his friend and admirer. (Signed,) JOHN A. MULOCK, Rector St. PauPs Church. Kingston, Ontario, September 2nd, 1867. [No. XIV.] The Mawse, Tyrie, N.B., September 4th, 1867. My dear Sir, — From various causes, I have often considerable hesitation in giving certificates to candidates for educational appointments ; but, apart from my ignorance of the peculiarity of the Grammar Schools of Ontario, I have no hesitation whatever in stating my firm conviction that you are emi- nently qualified for the office of Inspector. This conviction is founded upon a knowledge of your whole career in Scot- land. I know that you were a distinguished student at the University — that your Rectorship of the Banff Academy was most successful — that you have always maintained an unblemished moral character, and always had a high reputa- tion for scholarship, energy, and devotion to duty. It seems, indeed, as if your training and experience, no less than your talents and acquirements, specially fitted you for the office in question ; and I feel the utmost confidence that, if appointed to it, you wi'', in the discharge bi its duties, exercise a most beneficial influence on the Grammar Schools of Ontario. You are, of course, at liberty to make any use of this note that you please. My practical acquaintance with teaching, and experience in the superintendence and examination of if^ 15 1, thai ihe r after he e quickly ertakings, r. Church. N.B., 1th, 1867. msiderable iducational peculiarity hesitation lu are emi- conviction eer in Scot- ident at the jademy was atained an ligh reputa- . It seems, 3s than your the office in if appointed rcise a most Dntario. ! of this note ith teaching, amination of our Parochial Sc'iools, may attach some weight to theexpreS' sion of iijy opinion. ;.' ' ■ ^ I am, ' ■''*•■; ' My dear sir, • Y ours, very truly, (Signed,) ALEX. MILNE. Hev. Prol. Weir, Morrin College, Quebec. [No. XV.] I hereby certify that I have known the Rev. George Weir, presently Classical Professor in Morrin College, Quebec, for many years ; and I have much pleasure in bearing my humble testimony to his talents and acquirements as a scholar. During his Academical course at the University of Aber- deen, he very highly distinguished himself, more particularly in the departments of Classical Literature and Mathematics. After finishing his College curriculum, he devoted himself to the work of leaching, in this country, with the greatest success ; and I have reason to know that both as school- master of Turriff, and afterwards as Rector of the Banff Academy, his services were highly valued ; and his pupils were very successful in gaining prizes at the University. His great success as an instructor of youth led to his ap- pointment as one of the Professors in Queen's College, Cana-' da ; so that the whole of his life has been devoted to the art of teaching. There are few better acquainted with the prac- tical knowledge of the subject, or more deserving of promotion. Nor are his qualifications solely of a practical kind. He is possessed of studious and thoughtful habits. His manners are good, and his intercourse with others is marked by amiability, intelligence, and self-respect. With such qualifications, ho is well entitled to professional promotion ; and 1 earncsily hope that the high moral qualities * If 16 I m which he has displayed in the miiixt ot many and trying diflicuities, and his conscientious and intelligent labours, may be rewarded by success in his present application for the office ol Inspector of Grammar Schools in the Province of Ontario. Given at the Manse of Alves, N.B., this sixteenth day of September, 1867, by (Signed,) JAMES MACKIE, LL.D., Min. of Alves. [No. XVI.] I knew Mr. George Weir very intimately before he left this country for Canada. I knew him first as a very faithful and successful teacher of the Parochial S«5hool of Turriff*. I knew him better as the highly and deservedly respected Rector and Classical Master of the Banff Academy — one of the most famed of our Scottish Grammar Schools. 1 knew him, not only lus a most distinguished teacher, intimately acquainted with the best methods of instruction ; but as even then, in early youth, a ripe and good scholar, with an intimate knowledge and high appreciation of all that is best in Roman and Greek Literature. I knew him, moreover, a very dili- gent student. Above all, I knew him as a man of unblemish- ed character, and, so far as I could judge, an earnest and sincere Christian. Many years have passed away since then ; but, unless his mature manhood has belied the promise of his youth, I feel 3ure that there are few men better qualified, intellectually and morally, to have tlie oversight of the Classical Schools of a country. , Given at the Manse of Fearn, this ICih Sept., 1867, by (Signed,) AND. WATSON, A.M., Minister, Formerly Head Master of John Watson's Institution, Edinburgh, 4 St C] I 3 trying labours, m for the vince of ti day of Alves. e left this ilhful and f. I knew Lector and the most \r him, not icquainted n then, in intimate in Roman very dili- mblemish- irnest and unless his outh, I feel ctually and hools of a ■ * i67, by ster, of stitution, Edinburgh. 17 • ' [No. XVII.l Queen Street, Kingston, C.W., September 1st, 18G7. I liave liad the pleasure and advantage of the acquaintance of the [lev. Ge(»rge Weir for several years, and hold him in much respect and consideration as a scholar and' a gentleman. Having always been interested in educational matters myself, I have had the greater satisfaction in conversation on such subjects with Mr. Weir, and also in knowing something of the results of his labours as a Professor of Classical learning and as an Inspector of Schools. I have never met with any one who combined so much energy and enthusiasm in the profession with so much judg- ment and diligence — so much literary taste with so groat patience in what may be called the drudge-work of element- ary teaching. The constant and lively interest he evinces In all that is connected v^rith the cultivation of the minds of the young, combined with his other talents, appear to me to mark him as one peculiarly qualified for the superintendence and inspection of educational institutions of every grade. (Signed,) JOSEPH ELWELL, * : , Minister of the C. A. Church, Kingston. [No xvin.] Professor George Weir was intimately known to me when, about fifteen years ago, he held the office of Rector of the Banff Grammar School. In the private intercourse of life, I derived much pleasure from his society, and felt a high esteem for him as a gentleman of intelligence, piety and worth. I had, at the same time, the best means of forming a correct estimate of his merits in the discharge of his public duties, and have much pleasure in stating that these he uniformly discharged in a manner highly creditable to himself and satisfactory to the community. At the annual examinations of the Banff Grammar School, the appearance made by the pupils in the Classical depart- ment — the department taught by the Rector — was invariably ' c . ' ( 18 % such, during Mi*. Weir's incumbency, as to leave no donbt in my mind of his liigli attainments as a scholar^ and his zeal, faithfulness and ability as a teacher. The enlarged experience which Professor Weir has had as a public teacher, since the period to which I refer, must greatly add to his qualifications for the important appoint- ment to which he aspires ; and should he bo successful in obtaining it, I feel assured that he will not disappoint the expectations of his patrons. (Signed,) JAMES GRANT, Minis. The Manse, Firdye, 6th Sept., 1867. [No. XIX.] Kingston, Ontario, Canada, Sept. 2nd, 1867. Professor Weir I have known for many years : during the greater part of his residence in Kingston, intimately. I am able, not only to bear witness to his worth as a Christian gentleman, whose trying circumstances while in this city only sr^rved to bring out the more clearly jiis integrity and luoral courage, but to his ability as a public instructor. With a peculiarly exact knowledge of English literature and language, he has thoroughly qualified himself as a Classical teacher. Not only is he thus well furnished for his profession, but he has the rare gift of throwing his own enthusiasm into his instructions, and of inspiring his students with a corresponding zeal. As a Teacher, as a Superintendent, or as an Examiner, I regard him well qualified. • ;.■ , , (Signed,) K. M. FENWICK, Pastor of the Congl. Church, Kingston, and Home Secy, of the Congl. Missionary Society of B.N.A. [No. XX.] Aberdeen, Apiil 2nd, 1867. I was intimately acquainted with the Rev. Professoj Weir •III 19 (lonbt in 1 his zeal, has had as jfer, must It appoint- iccessful in appoint Iho r, Minis. Ind, 1867. : during the itely. I am a Christian [his city only and moral ih literature iimself as a furnished for |ing his own his students I Examiner, I IWICK, ^gston, and ity of B.N.A. 2nd, 1867. Irofessoi Weir at the lime he was Rector of the Bantf Academy ; have sc^n him teaching and examining classes in his own class-room and in Miss Williamson's Ladies' Boarding School ; and have otherwise enjoyed opportunities of judging of his qualifications for any situation he may become a candidate for : and I have no hesitation in saying that I consider him highly qualified for the office of Inspector of Grammar Schools in the Province of Ontario. To an intimate knowledge of the structure and idiom of the English he adds an extensive and minute acquaintance with the Latin, can readily a d happily render the Latin into English, and (what is of full as much impor- tance in an Inspector of Grammar Schools,) the English into good idiomatic Latin. With the Greek, too, he is qniie familiar ; indeed, from his College days Greek has been his favourite study. In teaching, his manner in general was enthusiastic, kind, and conciliatory ; his illustrations apt and easily understood ; while in examining, he seldom failed to elicit whatsoever information the class possessed. His cha- racter, moreover, was such, that I would rely with the utmost confidence on the perfect fairness of his reports. (Signed,) JOHN MASSIE, A.M., Chaplain of the Royal Infirmary Lunatic Asylum, Author of Latin Prose Composition, Editor of Wright's Eton Greek Grammar. [No. XXL] Banff Castle, Banf* (Scotland), 7th Sept., 1867. As Minister of Banff, I hereby certify that the Ke^. George Weir, lately Professor in Queen's UnivtMsity, Kingston, was some years ago Rector of tlie Grammar School I of this town. I thus had daily opportunity lor not a lew yeuib to know how he discharged his duties ; and can conlidcnijy say that as a teacher both of the Classics and of Malheinalics, he discharged them with distinguished ability and success. 20 i Not only did his Classical pupils do liim much honour, bul some ol his Mathematical pupils also attained, subsequently, high distinction at the University. So far as I now have means of knowing, I have reason to belive that Mr. Weir is still as efficient, if not more so, in Mathematics and Classics. Besides scholarship and experi- ence, he has many other qualities, such as energy, activity, mental and bodily, as well as enthusiasm, to make him a good Inspector of Schools ; and I shall be delighted to hear that he gains the appointment for which ho is a candidate in the great country where he has for a time been labouring. . (Signed,) R. BREMNER, LL.D., ' Minister of Banff. P.S. — Of Mr. Weir's moral character and conduct, I deem it superfluous to say more than that they were, and, I have no doubt, are, in every way worthy of one who, I hope, may yet be a Minister of our Church. (Signed,) R. B. [No. XXII.] ^' I was only personally intimate with the Rev. George Weir during the period of his attendance at College. He was one of the most accomplished students in hi*j class, and distin- guished himself in almost every department of study, bul especially in Classics and Mathematics. I have had few opportunities of meeting him since he left College, but I know that when Rector of the Banfl Academy, in a neighbouring county, he won for himself a very high reputation as an enthusiastic, skilful and successful teacher. Given at Forres, this twenty-third day of Sept., 1867, by (Signed,) JAMES KEITH, Minister of Forres. [No. XXIII.] ' Kingston, Sept. dth, 1867, While the Reverend Professor Weir occupied the Chair o SI aour, but jquenily, reason to are so, in d experi- , activily, io him a ] to liear kdidate in taring. , D., r BanfT. :t, I deem , I have no 3, may yet R. B. orge Weir e was one ,nd distin- sludy, but had few )ut I know ghbouring ion as an L867, by I, f Forres. ih, 1867. ic Chair o Classical Literature in Queen's College, and while he filled the olfico of Suporinlondent of Schools in this city, my duty as a resident clergyman, as well as friendly intimacy, placed us in such relation to each other that I had excellent and ample opportunity for observing and estimating his character and qualifications fo. the work entrusted to himt And I can, as I do most cordially, testify to the great abili- ties, the tact, the urbanity, and the assiduous attention to duty, which characterize 1 ::«y friend, and made him the accomplished, faithful and sujcessful Teacher and Manager I knew him to be. (Signed,) PATRICK GRAY, Minister of Chalmers' Church, Kingston. * [No. XXIV.] Quebec, 4th November, 1867. I have known Professor Weir intimately for several years, and it affords me much pleasure to bear testimony to his worth. As a scholar, he would occupy a high position anywhere ; and as a practical teacher, he has been eminently successful, both in this country and in Scotland. Since he came to Quebec, he has given the highest satisfac- tion as Professor of Classics in Morrin College; and if he leaves that institution, I do not think it likely that a successor will be found in any respect equal to him. I have come into close contact with Professor Weir, and believe him to be a man of sound religious principle, of correct moral habits, and of a character which will ensure the respect and confidence of those who know him best. I understand he is a candidate for the situation of Inspector of Grammar Schools in Upper Canada ; and I know of no other man whom I believe to bo so well qualified, in every respect, for that important and responsible position. (Signed,) W. B. CLARK, Minister of Chalmers' Church, Quebec. f i (No. XXV.j FoRDYOB Academy, Sept. 6lh, 1867. I have groat pleasure in stating that I have been iong acquainted with Professor Weir. His literary and scientifio attainments are of a very high order. When Rector of the Banfl Grammar School his teaching was most effective and successful. And when he examined the pupils of my Academy, which he frequently did at the request of the Magistrates of Banff, trustees of the Institution, i had abundant opportunities of seeing bow well and ably he could perform thisjmportant duty. I therefore consider Prof. Weir eminently qualified both by his acquirements and experience for the office to which he aspires. (Signed,) JAMES LAGUE, A.M., Rector. [No. XXVI.] Ths Manse, Rothes, N.B., 16th November, 1867. I have very great pleasure in bearing my testimony in favour of the Rev. George Weir, A.M., whom I have known very intimately from his childhood till now. By his natural abilities, which are of a very high order, and his great dili- gence as a student, he has ever maintained a'distinguished place as a scholar, and while he has exhibited much pro- ficiency in all the branches of learning he has particularly excelled in his knowledge of the Greek and Latin Classics, and of Mathematics. His scholarly attainments and aptitude for teaching recommended him so strongly to public notice, that he received appointments to more than one very impor- tant situation in this country, the duties of which he discharged with the highest credit to himself, and entire satisfaction to all concerned. His principles and character are quite unexceptionable ; and 1 consider him in all respects very 4 23 , 1867. 3en long scientific or of the jlive and 9 of my )stof ihe abundant } perforin d both by whicii be Rector. highly (|uamird to (ill any sitiialioti, wliorc his (alcntn and ac(|uiremenls may \uivr. a proper luld lor ihnir full exercise. (Signed,) GEO. (aiAY, Minister of Rolhcs. N.B., , 1867. in favour own very [s natural {jreat dili- inguished much pro- articularly Classics, id aptitude lie notice, cry impor- discharged sfaction to are quite pects very [No. XXVII.] The Manse, Salt Springs, PiCTou, Nova Scotia, Aug. 30th, 18G7. This is to certify that I was intimately acquainted with the Rev. George Weir, M. A., now Professor of Humanity in Quebec, during our collegiate course in King's College and University, Aberdeen, and that I had opportunity of tracing his subsequent career while he was in Scotland, and that during all this time Mr. Weir maintained an excellent moral characte< ; was well known as a diligent and successful student m the classes, especially in the classics, — that he held an advanced place amongst a most distinguished class of students ; that he proved a very energetic and acceptable teacher in Britain, and taking the testimony of many young men who studied under him in Queen's College, he was highly esteemed by these students, so that I feel confident that the Rev. Professor Weir would prove a most assiduous, faithiul Inspector of Schools, should he obtain the situation. Indeed, I believe, it would be difficult in any country to find one in every respect so well qualified for the office, and one who would devote his whole energies to the faithful discharge of its onerous and responsible duties. > (Signed,) ALEXANDER McKAY, M.A., Author of a Compendium of Church History, &c., &c., Pastor of the Salt Springs Congregation. [No. XXVIII.] Kingston, Ontario, Cajtapa, Sept. 4th, 1867. From my knowledge of the Revd. Professor Weir, M.A., for a number of years past, during his residence in Kingston, \% "'f I! 24 1 have pleasure in boiiij^ able 1o loptil'y to his manly and upright charaoier ; goncroi*s:uid phihuilhropic; disposilion ; high inlel- leclual powers, and dislint,'uished ability as a teacher. Havinff been a member oi the Board of Common Schools lor several years, ])revious to the time when Prolessor Weir occupied the oITioe of Superintendent under it, but continuing to take a warm interest in the prosperity and advancement of these excellent Seminaries, I was delighted to find that in him they had such a competent, faithful, and affecilonate over- seer, who " won golden opinions" alike from members of the Board, teachers and pupils. I know that under depressing and dangerous sickness, and family afflictions of no ordinary kind, he persevered at the hazard of his life in the punctual and painstaking discharge of his onerous duties. I believe the learned Professor to be eminently qualified to fill with honor to himself and advantage to the public such an office as that of Inspector of Schools and Examiner in Classics and Mathematics. (Signed,) JOHN NAIR, M.D., Edin., Staff Surgeon 1 St Class, H.P. [N0.XXIX.] ,. ,.^,„. , ,,,,( I certify that I have had the pleasure and privilege of knowing the Rev, Professor George Weir for several years, and entertain the highest opinion of his character, disposition and attainments. His acquirements as a classical scholar, and his ability as a classical teacher, are of the foremost order ; his manners most pleasing and gentlemanly, and his piety earnest, unaffected rnd unobtrusive. I entertain the strongest confidence that Professor Weir will discharge the duties of any office which ho may be called to hold with credit to himself and benefit to the community, (Signed,) ALEX. BRANDER, D.D.. Minister of Duffas. Duffas, Elginshire, Scotland, Sept. IGth, 1867. mm upright gh inlel- Scliools or Weir nlinuing ncement d that in ate over- jrs of the less, and id at the 3harge of lalified to ic such an I Classics iss, H.P. :.\ vilege of ral years, isposition ,1 scholar, ! foremost y, and his ertain the charge the hold with D.D.. f Duffas. 25 [No. XXX.] ' ' '^ Elgin, 19th Sept., 1867. I certify that the Rev. George Wclr, whilst Rector ol the Banff Academy, v/as known lo me as a distinguished and enthusiastic insiiuctor of youth ; that, with many others, I rejoiced when fie was piromoted to an honorable office in Canada ; that since that period he has visited his native coun- tiy ; and that he conducted the services of the sanctuary here to a large congregation, consisting of persons learned and un- learned, and that his services elicited their unqualified approbation andadir-iation ; that, understanding he is a can- didate for the Inspectorship of Grammar Schools in the Province of Ontario, I have no hesitation in expressing my conviction that he is admirably qualified to sustain such a difficult and painstaking post, and that he possesses the learning, powers of thin'c'ng, and discretion requisite for such an undertaking. (Signed,) P. J. MACHIE, ^ ^ One of the Ministers of the City and Parish of Elgin. ■;■■;; [N0.XXX1.] \'"'';"';''\ \ ^'' Manse of Birnie, by Elgin, Scotland, M <, :. ■ , ,.,. ; , 16th September, 1867. Understanding that Mr. George Weir, at present Classical Professor in Morrin College, Quebec, is a candidate for the office of Inspector of Grammar Schools in the Province of Ontario, I have great pleasure in hereby certifying that in my opirSon he is well qup'ified for such an importpnt and re- sponsible 'iluation. Acquainted with Mr. Weir for several years before he went to reside in Canada, and meeting him afterwards in Scotland, I had ample opportunities of forming the above favourable opinion ofhistrlents and attainments. His experience in teaching classics and mathematics at Turriff and Banff was extensive, and his success marked. I well know that he was highly esteemed as a teacher in the D 26 latter place, and that his leaving the Academy there was mucii regretted by all who had the interests of education at ncdrt (Signed,) GEORGE GORDON, LL.D., Minisiei of Biinie. M [No. XXXH.J It aflfords me much pleasure to have this oppoiiunity of bearing testimony to the high moral worth and brilliant literary attainments of the Revd. George Weir. Knowing Mr. Weir intimately for upwards of twenty years, studying together in the same classes, at the University of Aberdeen, for four years, and again during several sessions at the Divinity Hall, and meeting him frequently since, in social life, I have enjoyed the very best opportunities of forming a due estimate of his character — a character that, for honesty of purpose and true genial kindness of feeling, 1 have rarely seen surpassed. Of his college career, I may merely remark that it was eminently successful, from the lime when, as a successful competitior, he entered the halls of our Alma Mater, until he left, decorated with her highest class-honours. Soon after leaving college, he was fortunate enough to gain by competition the Parish School of Turriff, in Aberdeenshire, and sometime aiterwards the Grammar School of Banff, both of which situations he filled with hotiour to himself, and with marked benefit to the cau.se of education, it may not be out of place also to say that since his connection with Motdn College, Quebec, his unflagging zeal as a teacher, and his deep interest in those sladying under his care^ have won him golden opinions from all. From what I know, therefore, in t«gard to Professor Weir, I am of opinion that he is admirably qualifieil to prove a valuable acquisition to any oi our Educa- ticmal Institutions ; and from the attention that I am aware be has devoted to the subject, I feel convinced that no one could be appointed to control the educational machinery of our country, who would bring to bear upon his work greater 27 lere was nation at ihnie. lunily of brilliant Knowing studying iberdeen, s at the in social ►rming a onesly of ve rarely f remark hen, as a ur Alma -honours. Ii to gain leenshire, anff, both and with iot be ont Ih Moti'ia , and his won him prefore, in. admirably or Educa- t aware he it no one Winery of Nrk greater natural ability, more earnest perseverance, or purer unselfish congeniality of disposition. (Signed,) DUNCAN ANDERSON, M.A., ., f.. Minister, Point Levi, And one of the Trustees of Morrin College. Point Levi, 18th Dec., 1867. '■ft [No.XXXnL] I have known Professor George Weir, Preacher of the Gospel, in the Old and New Worlds, for over twenty years ; and am, therefore, in a position to testify to his Christian worth, superior talents, literary attainments, and ministerial gifts. My first acquaintance with Professor Weir was when he studied at the University of Aberdeen, where he highly dis- tinguished himself as a successful scholar, and where he merited and received prominent awards for diligence and ability. In the various situations which he filled during the period of the prosecution of his collegiate course, he was equally fortunate. I lived within a few miles of him when he filled the office of Provincial Schoolmaster at Turrift*, Aberdeenshire, and can conscientiously declare that i^e was as much respected by the parents and guardians ol his pupils as beloved by his pupils themselves. '* * ' He was unanimously chosen by the Trustees of the Aca- demy at Banff to become Rector of their High Sehool ; and he raised that institution from being in a collapsed state to one of proud pre-eminence as an educational institute in the north of Scotland, and made it alike famous for the discipline and the scholarship of its pupils. During his residence in Canada, as Professor in Queen's College, Kingston, there is only one opinion held by the public in reference to his aptness as an instructor of youth, his scholarly attainments, and his success as a teacher. He has received various substo'ilial testimonials, proving the * ! I III R; ■\'. 28 estimation in which iie was held by pupils and others, while Classical Professor at Queen's College ; and even by those who, as I think, unjustly and groundlcssly dismissed him irom this situation, he was considered a ripe scholar and an admirable teacher. His literary career has always been marked by great ability, conscientious discharge of da*y,a frank Christian deportment, correct moral principles, and with a religiousness of conduct that has been unimpeachable. At Hamilton, Ontario, this eighteenth day of December, 1867. , (Signed,). , ROBERT BURNET, ,/ i . Clergyman. «- fj.i't [No. XXXIV.] [Note. — Instead of applying for testimonials of character and scholarship to any of my former students, many of whom are now filling important offices of trust throughout the Dominion and elsewhere, I beg to submit the following Addresses. — George Weir.] To the Reverend George Weir, A.M., Professor of Classical Literature in the University of Queen's College, Kngston, Canada West : — Dear Sir, — We, the students and ex-students of the Univer- sity, at this the close of another session, would avail ourselves of the opportunity thus afforded of giving expression to the sentiments we entertain towards you. On reviewing the time that has elapsed since you first became conaeeled with the University, it must be veiy grati- fying to you to observe the rapid progress it has made during that period, from a state of compiMative obscurity to its present Hou»ishing condition. Wc do not slop to enumerate the various steps of its onward career; but let us hope that its € * I 1 1 i, while y those id him and an ability, artraent, conduct icember, yman. " character of whom ;hout the follow' ng • - ■ Classical KHgston, 4 29 steady progress in limes past, and its present great prosperity, may prove but the prelude to a still brighter and more glorious future. Permit us to congratulate you on the distinguished success that has attended your labours in the class-room ; to allude to the constant kindness and courtesji oi your demeanour towards those under your care ; the deep solicitude you have ever evinced for their improvement ; the unwearied exertions you have always made to secure this object — in a word, to express the high place you hold in our esteem as a /Jro/essor, a scholar and a gentleman. At the same time, we assure you that we highly appreciate your efforts for our advancement, and cordially reciprocate your kindness ; in token of which, we ask you to accept the accompanying watch and appendages. ' We conclude by requesting you to convey to Mrs. Weir our kind regards, and by wishing that you may long be spared to enjoy much happiness in the bosom of your family, and continue to fill the high position you now occupy, as a member of this University, with your usual ability and success (Signed) ARCHIBALD CURRIE, B.A., On behalf of the Students and ex-Students. University of Queen's College, Kingston, April 19th, 1861. »e Univer- ourselves ion to the \ you first ireiy grali- .de during ity to its inumerale pc that its [No. XXXV.] To the Reverend George Weir, M.A., Professor of Classical Literature in Queen's University, Kingston : — Reverend Sir, — We who have enjoyed the advantages of your instruction in the literature of ancient Greece and Rome during the past session, desire to accept the oppoi (unity offered by the close of our labours, of expressing to you our admiration of the manner in which you have peiloimed your professional duties, and our gratitude for the interest you have uniformly taken in our progress. Although the labours which you had to undergo were of a tedious and irksome nature, and your health by no means good, yet you succeeded to a very great extent in infusing amongst the students of your classes that love of classical literature, and that enthusiasm in studying the productions of poets, historians, and philosophers of antiquity, without which all decided progress in scholarship is impossible. Your conduct towards us, both in the class-room and else- where, has always been marked by a polite and gentlemanly character, and indicated to us not only your desire for our progress in scholarly attainments, but also your wish to pro- mote our comfort and happiness iu the other relations of life. As a small testimonial of our respect and esteem we request you to accept this volume of the poet Wordsworth along with that of Tennyson, trusting that you will find amongst our own classic authors as much real genius and refinement of though t as you have discoveied in the celebrated writersof antiquity. (Signed,) ROBERT JARDINE, Chairman. Signed in behalf of the Students in Arts. Queen's College, Kingston, April, 1863. > '.•i r [No. XXXVI.] To the Rev. George Weir, M.A. Reverend and Dear Sir, — In consequence of your sudden and unexpected removal from the Professorship of Classical Literature in Queen's University, and the circumstances under which such removal has taken place, we, graduates and under- graduates of that institution, wish to express our deep regret at the termination of your connection therewith. Eleven years ago, you left your native land and a position oi trust, to undertake the arduous and important duties of Classical Professor of Queen's College, which you have fuL filled to the present with credit to yourself, the greatest advantage lo your students, and to ihe honor of the institution. 91 •■ < • I.IZ """'"^ '"'.' P"""™"<» ™ the perfomance of yon, your *;r;.io"n"' 1 '"'""" '" '"« "^'f*" "' "«'» " d" your inMrnction, and your genllemanly demeanour hav« Jr" :;Sar r ^rz^r rr' r ^''""''" .^Umo„iaU;a„d.heuiwhreX3.LTrLr^^^^^^^ only to increase their regard. ^ All of us who have enjoyed the privilege of your Driv«f. c?uL~%h"?"' ^" youa^inee?efrie„7aLd~ counsellor. Though your connectio4 with Ihe in<,iii.„- which has profited so much under your tvo. T. iT" nd tostermg care, has ceased, and the relation which has existed be.weenus.asprofessorand students, has l«en severed we halt continue to cherish towards you the same feelings of Z an" respect wh.ch we have ever felt ; and in what position I«ve, you may be placed, you will bear with you onr earnest wUhes for the welfare and happiness of yourself and fami"y Kingston, C.W., I6th Februaiy, 1864. Signed by over 100 Students.