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This midwinter issue highlights seed selection for the greatest yields, and using leguminous plants for soil fertility. Campus news pertains to the positive press coverage that the College had received, promotion of the various short courses, and a successful third Annual Conversazione of the O. A. C. The Macdonald Institute column contains an article on the physiology of the nervous system. Alumni news is available in the Our Old Boys column. The seed selection special The romance of wheat Why do we do it? Nodule formation on the roots of leguminous plants The forestry convention Pasture grasses Editorial College Life Our Old Boys Macdonald Athletics Locals

This issue begins with an article on the extensive immigration to the Canadian prairies and a poetic tribute to Dr. Mills. Agricultural articles pertain to Texan agriculture and its connection to Ontario, Professor Harcourt's article on soil fertility, and notes on cattle breeding and marketing. The nature studies series continues with the fifth installment on seed germination. The horticultural articles address the plant diseases of smut in oats and fire blight, as well as, the cultivation of cinerarias. The editorial comments on the value of a college education. Campus news reports on the debating team, provides biographies for two students, and resumes coverage of the sports events. The Macdonald Institute column mentions Adelaide Hoodless' lecture on "ethics of the home" and that the women did not have a residence on campus. The "Our Old Boys Page" contains alumni news. While the Locals column provides campus humour. Our Canadian West Dr. Mills Agriculture in Texas Nature Study No. V Agricultural department Experimental department Horticultural department Editorial Our Old Boys page Book review and exchange column College reporter Macdonald notes Athletics Locals advertising