Prof. Franklin Resigns The Deanship

Prof. E. C. Frank hn presented the following communication to the faeulty of the homeopathie college Friday: Univkrsity of Mtcaigan, Ann Arboh, Mich., Octobor6, 1881. ( To the Faculty of the Homeopathie College. Gentlemen - I herewith resign my position as dean of this college, lo take place this day, October 6, 1881. lam led to this step, first, on account of a desire long since entertained, as you know, to surrender the office on account of the labor and the time occupied in properly performing its duties, and the inadequate pay cocnected therewitn. 2. The extra literary labors that I have assumcd the present year and thereafter will occupy alt the time not required in niy lectures and other duties in the college and hospital. 1 also thiuk in the present state of feelïng between the two medical schools it is right ind proper that the administration of our college aíTuirs should be placed ia other hands. Thanklug you, gentlemen, for the uniform assistance you have always given me in the administration of the aftairs of the college, for the friendly interest you have manifested in all things pertaining to its success and prosperity, and for the peace aud harmony that has marked its late councils and management I lay down the scepter, feeling assured that its government will fall into the hands of oue in every wav qualitied to wield it. I remain. very truly yours,