It is stated that Canon Westcott is to succeed to
the Canonry of Westminster, which will be vacated by the consecration of Canon Barry to be Bishop of Sydney; and there is a further rumour that Canon Barry's place as Principal of King's College, London, is likely to be filled by the election of the Rev. Henry Wace, now Preacher of Lincoln's Inn, and formerly one of the Professors of King's College. The promotion of Canon Westcott to be a Canon of Westminster is a wise step if the exchange of one canonry for another of more importance, can be called promo- tion. Canon Westcott has done much for English theological criticism, and shown the greatest candour, clearness, learning, and ability in his many writings. Mr. Wace is just the man to exercise a powerful influence in King's College, London. The thoughtfulness of his sermons is great, but their earnestness is even greater; and he has the force of character which most impresses the young and rouses in them the nobler kinds of ambition.
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