PREFACE. THE Articles here published appeared in the recent numbers of the Soho Magazine. At the time of their commencement a Notice was put out, of which the following is an extract: "It is my desire that this Magazine should do more than supply harmless Articles of merely local interest. It is hoped that the contributions may be of the two following kinds: First, Articles setting forth a scheme of Parish Work and Teaching which shall not be merely colourless, but, on the contrary, distinctive, in its different directions. Secondly, Articles which shall bear the mark of some merit and originality." To what extent the above two-fold aim has been in any way attained, it is for the reader to determine. In any case I have felt so far to have carried out my intention as to justify the republication in this new form. The Notice of Services, &c. alluded to in the Opening Address, will be found in the Appendix. I cannot conclude without expressing my obligation to the Contributors, who have so kindly and readily given their valuable support. C. ANDERSON. |