somewhat better. Records show that heralds were usually members of the best social circles and not infrequently honored for outstanding service. In Roman times the herald of the Areopagus acted as president of that body and was responsible for all its resolutions. The one basic qualification of the herald was that he have a loud, clear, well articulated voice.1 A primary duty was to make all public proclamations. Like the town crier of recent history, the ancient herald would walk through the streets