The German Library.

The efforts of some instructors of the university to start a German library similar to that attached to the French department, have been well rewarded by Mr. Henry Villard, who has made a present of $500 for the purpose of starting the library. Professor Francke has immediate charge of the matter, and is at present busy preparing a list of books which will be ordered as soon as possible. As it will be some time before the books arrive and as a room has not yet been obtained, it is hardly probable that the library will be opened this year, but by the beginning of next year it is hoped that enough will have been accomplished to allow the students to enjoy some of the good results of the library. The benefits of this plan have already been pointed out and must be apoarent to all, so that anyone who has anything to do with the German department should stand ready to do anything in his power to further the scheme.