The building had now been dedicated, but it yet remained symbolically to hand it over to the people. This was done by His Excellency's presentation to Mr. J. T. Bell of the University Act, and Mr. Bell's acceptance of it on behalf of the people of Queensland. Eloquent speeches from Mr. Bell, Professor David, and Professor Stirling followed, each in his turn drawing from the assemblage the endorsement of enthusiastic applause. Once more the aid of the children was invoked, and, under the direction of Mr. George Sampson, F.R.C.O., they sang to the music of "The Old Hundredth" "The Children's Ode," specially written for the occasion by Mr. W. J. Byram-- Dear land, the queen of all fair climes! To jewels of thy diadem We add to-day its brightest gem, A guiding star for after-times. Thy sons shall grow in wisdom's power, Thy daughters win an ampler grace, And both shall mould that higher race Gifted with learning's priceless dower. Here as the seasons wax and wane May Science still increase her store, And Truth be reverenced more and more, And Tolerance and Justice reign. Father of all, our effort bless! Without thy aid we are as nought, We are but children to be taught Thy way that leads to perfectness. One graceful ceremony remained, and that typical of beauty, life, and growth--the planting of a tree to be known as "The University Tree," its destiny to grow with the University, and afford grateful shade to those brought within its wholesome influence. The pleasant duty of planting devolved upon Lady MacGregor, and it was carried out by means of a silver trowel presented to her by the Premier. The business of the afternoon had now concluded; the first step toward the establishment of the University had been taken: its future home had been dedicated. THE DEDICATION SPEECHES.