Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1888-05-24

Glance - Intuitiys Perception - what
the Eyes IndIeate-Nose, Mouth and
Chln--The Walk.
'The proper study Of mankind IA man." is
the way scientist greeted reporter the
other day who called to learn something
about the art of reading human nature
"This faculty Of reading man at a glance" "
he continued, "s extremely interesting, and
enable one to discriminate wisely in busi-
ness as well as in social life. 1t is also a
great aid In making discreet selection OF
friends and associates, and it often saves one
from becoming the dupe and victim or un-
scrupuous and designing persons"
"What are the signsT qheried the reporter,
by which an ordinary person can tell the
| character of a strnngerP
| "Well," answered the scientific man, ''by
| the eyes, the hair, the nose, the mouth, the
| forehead, the chin and last, but not least, by
| the walk. In my opinion this faculty should
be included in the education of youth, and
every person should become thoroughly
familiar with the fundamental principles, at
least 1t is a well known fact that animals
possess in large degree this talent-in fact,
it could be called an intuitive perception Of
character This is more especially manifest
| In the more intelligent classes Of animals
l
dog will watch and read the character of
| their masters, and acting as they do upon the
conclusions thus drawn, regulate their con
duct Women also have in large degree
| the faculty of reading human nature, and
their conclusions are usually correct.
THE EYES AND THE MOUTH.
"But," he continued, "to go into detail
Wen commence with tho eyes, the most elo
quent features OF the countenance. In fact
they are miniature windows through which
every DESIRE passion and impulse looks out
and differ widely in color, brightness, size
shape and expression. For instance, large
bright eye denotes quick perception, and is
indicative Of great susceptibility to external
influences while small, dull sunken eyes
will retain Impressions longer. Beautiful
eyes, with finely arched eyebrows, when
found in a man, indicate one of truly refined
and artistic nature and one who is an ardent
admirer, and appreciative of symmetry, ele-
gance and loveliness wherever they APPEAR
"How about beautiful eyes In womenf"
asked the reporter
"Why, when beautiful eyes, with finely
arched eyebrows, appear in a woman they
denote character fond of dress, pleasure,
music and other artistic pursuits, although
at times they are Indicative of a cruel, spite.
full nature Large, full eyes, resembling a
cats, arc Indicative of a timid, stupid,
treacherous nature, and the possessor of
such eyes will seem frightened and appre-
hensive when engaged in conversation with
you"
How about the mouthF' said the reporter
What important part does that play in
reading the character of a person"
"a very important one," answered the
scientist "a large mouth belongs to n coarse,
vulgar person. Lips with a cherry redness,
having n cushioned appearance, belong to
domestic natures, fond Of kissing and ca
resses; they make affectionate friends Lips
on the other hand, that are thin denote a
great deal Of self control and an indication
of coldaess and unsociability. You have
often seen persons with their lips habltually
open Well, they belong to a class that thirst
for notoriety, applause and commentator.
Generally speaking, they are deficient in pas
sions, emotions.
IMPORTANCE OF THE NOSE.
"One Of the most eloquent and important
factors in the general make up of persons
character is the nose. When wide and prom
nent it indicates character strong in its
composition and one determined to accom-
plish everything undertaken. Indicative as
it is of commercial nature, person with |
such a nose would make good business man,
while the opposite type of nose, 1. e., narrow, |
Is indicative of rather an effeminate charac, |
ter, with great deficiency in business pur. |
suits. When turned up, continued he, as |
yours is it denotes a prying and inquisitive |
an interchangeable news hunter |
Should the nose be the reverse, however, |
that is, convex like an eagles beak, look out |
for the possessor of such proboscis, as he is
xceedinglylrevengeful, never forgetting an
injury and never forgiving one. 1t is also
indicative of a quarrelsome disposition"
"Perhaps you don't think it, but the chin is
another guide to character" continued the
"a broad, full ono shows strong
affection, and q narrow one,
while possessed of moro intensity, lacks in
power and constancy A pointed chin is an
adjunct to n warm and impulsive character.
The square, massive chin, though, is the in
iicator Of strong, determined and persis-
tent character, and ono possessed of great
will power. These are tbeones that achieve
success in this world and have stamped them
ielves like Caesar indelibly on the communi-
les, the countries and the times in which
hey have lived.
"And now,n said the scientist, "my time Ia
lrawing to a close, and l will have to stop
ouching slightly upon that last great requi-
lite in the make up of characteristic walk |
Now, every one has a style of gait peculiar to
himself or berself, denoting hrmness, decis.
on of character, fcklene5s and instability I
Those who step firmly may be regarded as
a tirmness and solidity of charac
er, while light step indicates that tho pos
essor is of mirthful disposition, and apt to | !
'e secretive. A graceful step belongs to ,
'ersoD who transacts his business in an easy
manner Tho brisk, rapid walker is person t
f ambition, energy and hopefulness, while
hose of a shuffling gait are almost in every
ase traitors, usually resorting to treason and =
to accomplish their ends. y Wash )
ngton Star. !
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