John Ericsson lived in a period of rapid engineering development and change. Old ideals were passing away, and the heritage which the Nineteenth Century was able to pass on to the Twentieth was in preparation. In this preparation Ericsson bore a large and most important part. So long as ships traverse the seas, Ericsson's name will be remembered for his work in connection with the introduction of the screw-propeller. So long as the memory of naval warfare endures, Ericsson's name will be remembered for the part which he bore in the transition from wood to iron, from unarmored ships to turrets and armor, from scattered to concentrated energy of gun-fire, and for his general share in the developments which have led to the ideal of a battleship prevailing at the opening of the Twentieth century. For these and for many other achievements he will be remembered, and his life and works should serve as a constant stimulus to those upon whom the engineering work of the present age has fallen, to see that with equal fidelity they live up to the possibilities of their endowments and opportunities, and serve with like fervency and zeal the needs of the age in which they are placed. AUTHORITIES. Contributions to the Centennial Exhibition: Ericsson, John. The Life of John Ericsson: Church, W.C. History of the Steam Engine: Thurston, R.H. Steam Navy of the United States: Bennett, Frank M. Who invented the Screw Propeller?: Nicol, James. The Naval and Mail Steamers of the United States: Stuart, Charles B. A Chronological History of the Origin and Development of Steam Navigation: Preble, Rear Admiral G.H. A Treatise on the Screw Propeller, Screw Vessels, and Screw Engine as adapted for Purposes of Peace and War: Bourne, John. LI HUNG CHANG. 1823-1901. THE FAR EAST. BY W.A.P. MARTIN, D.D., LL.D INTRODUCTORY. Five years ago Earl Li was at the head of the "Tsungli Yamen," or Foreign Office in Peking. The present writer, having known him long and intimately, called one morning to request a letter of recommendation to aid in raising money for an International Institute projected by the Rev. Dr. Reid. "He's got one letter; why does he want another?" asked Li, in a tone of mingled surprise and irritation. "True," said I, "but that is from the Tsungli Yamen. Nobody in America knows anything about the Yamen. What he wants is a personal letter from you; because the only Chinese name besides Confucius that is known outside of China is Li Hung Chang." "I'll give it! I'll give it!" he exclaimed, smiling from ear to ear at the thought of his world-wide reputation. This was taking him on his weak side; but it was fact, not flattery.