CORRESPONDENCE.

Oxford Observer, Volume V, Issue V, 12 May 1894, Page 3

CORRESPONDENCE.

xWhile our columns are open to all we do not i- identify ourselves withany opinions expressed therein. To the Editor of the ' Observer.' Sir, — I have read m the columns of your paper, reports of picnic excursions ; mountaineering feats and other matters of equal interest, but at no time have I hoard mention ; of the many sights and scenes that we as Oxfordonian3 are priveleged to enjoy. Those who rise late these cold frosty mornings miss a sight that otherwise they might enjoy. A Mirage has always been a source of wonder (except to a priveleged. few ) the world wide over. Scientists and tourists have spent their money and time m their endeavours to get a sight or view of what we may enjoy (if we wish to see at all ) almost every morning. . The Wiamakariri river, trees etc., Burnt Hill and the country fcr miles around may be seen m inverted form reflected on the misty cloud on the horizon. As the sun ascends the sky j the optical illusion becomes clearer and clearer, the movement of the water m the river is plainly visible so much so I that it was more like the breaking of the waves on the ninety mile beach, Men and cattle like some giant's of another sphere walking with feet m the air. ( like the flies on the ceiling) The sigM to the right of Burnt Hill was more like the view of another world than the reflection of earth. Far as the eye could reach one broad expanse of water, whereon it would seem the fairy ciafts were .plied. Those of your readers who wish may see for themselves almost every morning. It will repay them to rise a little earlier. Now that winter is here and the nights are long. ,1 for one. should be pleased to hear of a Debating class being formed, or something of that nature In many places these are a decided acquisition and I cannot see why we cannot have them m Oxford. There is every need for something of the sort the question is asked by 'the youths, " How are we to spend our winter evenings " our only reply can be m instituting something m the form suggested. I am &c. Moscheles.