31 DECEMBER 1910, Page 3

It was announced during the week that the Deanery of

Westminster is to be filled by Dr. Ryle, now Bishop of Win- chester. The appointment is one which has given universal satisfaction. The new Dean combines scholarship and wide theological learning with a liberal spirit, and will help to carry on the great traditions which belong to the head of the Westminster Chapter. The influence of the Deanery when filled by Dr. Ryle is certain to be on the side of comprehension and spiritual freedom, and that is the influence most to be desired at the Abbey, which may be rightly said to be the seal and pledge of the national character of the Church of England.