In his physiological and pathological qualities, he scarcely presents to us a distinct class of beings.

As to what has brought him to this exalted object of physical study, and has raised him to general scientific investigation, belongs principally to this society.

Important as it is not to break that link which embraces equally the investigation of organic and inorganic nature, still the increasing ties and daily developement of this institution renders it necessary, besides the general meeting which is destined for these halls, to have specific meetings for single branches of science.

For it is only in such contracted circles,--it is only among men whom reciprocity of studies has brought together, that verbal discussions can take place.

Without this sort of communication, would the voluntary association of men in search of truth be deprived of an inspiring principle.
Among the preparations which are made in this city for the advancement of the society, attention has been principally paid to the possibility of such a subdivision into sections.