The record-union., 1894-02-17
new PUBLICATIONS.

(New York; is strong in all of its depart
ments. In the Progress OF the World''
the important political, social and in
dustrial events of the month are re-
viewed and their significance clearly and
frankly set forth. This department con-
tains fifty timely illustrations, chiefly
portraits of well-known men and women.
Among the portraits are those of Presi-
dent Dole and his cabinet and sketches,
OF Representatives William l.. Wilson OF
West Virginia, Charles f. Crisp of
Georgia, Thomas B. Reed of Maine, Ben
ton Mcmillan of Tennessee, Thomas l..
johnson of Ohio and Julius c. Burrows
Of Michigan. Apropos Of the opening of
the Manchester Ship Canal, the editor
discusses that and various other water
way projects which are being considered
Dy Europe IN Governments. Dr. Albert
Shaw continues his report begun in the
January number, of the measures entered
upon by leading sAmerican cities for the
relief and maintenance OF their unem
plOyed. The article on National
Budgets. American and European" con-
tains some compact information as TO
amounts and sources of national incomes,
and the different items of outgo, which
may be of convenience to many at this
time. The Character Sketch'' is an ap
preciative summary by Grant Allen Of
the life work of the late Professor Tyn-
dali.
1n0 AHl0TlCau OOUTudl Ol lS
rapidly finding its way into popular
favor. The February number contains
fourteen articles on subjects OF vital social
and political interest. Hon. Francis Way
land Glen's article In the December num-
Der on the Annexation OF Canada" has
brought out vigorous article in reply
by w. Sanford Evans, Chairman of the
Canadian Club. DR.. Galbraith's article
In the January number on Tariff Re-
form Blunders" calls out two forcible re-
joinders, one by Robert Baker, Secretary
OF the Brooklyn Reform Club, and the
other by Daniel Strange, author of work
on the tariff Herbert NJ, Janeway makes
spirited reply TO Charles Robinson's de-
tense OF the Van Allen appointment In
the January number. Rev. l.. ID. Nc
Creery, d. D., contributes a long and
well written article on THE Roman Cath
olic Church as Factor in Politics." DR..
Leslie E. Kelley writes on "The Latest
Medical Fad" Professor NJ. b. True
answers the question, ''Is Protection I'm
moral ?' III the negative. Henry B. Rus
sell ably discusses the EFFECT of the Vii
son Bill on the Gold Standard" Victor
Yarros writes on The Free Administra-
ton of Justice" and j. a. Donaldson
treats of the Hawaiian question. Andrew
j. Palm d Co., New York.
The North American Review" New
York has this table of contents for Feb
ruary: "My American Experiences"
by the President of the Swiss Republic;
The South Carolina Liquor Law" by
the Governor Of South Carolina; 1.-The In
come Tax in England" Sir John Lub-
book; IA Menace TO Literature" Marga-
ret Deland; --latest Aspects of the Bra
lillian Rebellion" by the Brazilian Min
lister; How to Help the Unemployed"
Henry George; Are We Plutocracy ?''
W. D. Howells: Needed Municipal Re-
forms: l. "Our Present Opportunity"
Vlr ,.lyh 1t.cf. Ir,r-
the Ballot" John w. Goff; Territorial
Sovereignty and the Papacy,'' Mgr.
O'Reilly; "The Customs Administrative
Act G. s. Hamlin; 1.-The Evils of Early
Marriages." Cyrus Edison, NJ. D.; ''The
Wilson Bill" Senator Roger Q. Mills;
James Wier, Jr.; "Colorado's Bright Out
look" John Z. Leet; 1.-THE Bane of
Friendly Receiverships," Henry Woll-
man; Paris Workingmen's Cafes" AL
van f. Sanborn; 1.-THE Amateur Nurse
An Accomplished Fact" Kate G. Wells;
''Cuban Women" Mary E. Springer.
Three more of Spalding's Athletic Lii
brary pamphlets are at hand american
Sport Publishing Company, New York.
One is "The Game Of Handball and How
to Play It" The author is Maurice ".
Deshong. 1t contains articles on Its
Great Merit as a Physical Exercise"
"Qualifications \ Necessary for a Player"
"A
A bout Its Construction" 1.-The Rules and
Their Definition" "Notable Games in
Ireland and America, ,""Sketch of Famous
Experts of Two Countries and many
illustrations. Another is devoted to
Basket Ball." game that is fast becom-
ing popular with all the Young Mems
Christian Associations throughout the
country and in athletic clubs where gym
nasiums are located. The book is writ
ten by DR.. Luther Gulick of Springfield,
and will prove valuable to those inter-
ested in the game. 1t is fully illustrated,
shows just how the important plays can
be made, publishes diagrams OF the field
as well as the latest rules for the govern
ment of the same. The third is upon
Skating" and is by George d. Phillips
Either of the volumes is mailed for ten
cents.
Home and Country for February
New York is rich in illustrations and
variety, the magazine being highly enter
tanning as well as instructive. st. Valen-
tines Day is properly remembered in
this number in "Abboo and Abbad; an
Egyptian Valentine on Papyrus," which
is timely. The grotesque caricatures of
5000 years ago, which illustrates the arti-
Gle, will be appreciated by young and old
people, and especially by lovers. The
opening article, Chicago as Seen by a
French woman" is by Countess Cecil
Stubok- -Fermore. 1.-Two Famous Paint
ings; the True Story of Rembrandt and
Douw. From Dutch Manuscript';
''Only Change of Form-Story of
Transmigrated Soul"; The Preacher of
Shingle Creek-A Gold-Miner's Story;
''Slang and Americanisms" 1.-The Coal
Industry of Pennsylvania; San Inter-
view with ST. Peter'; ''Dragoons-the
Development Of Light Cavalry; ''St.
Edrida-a Legend" and a chapter on "a
Violin Maker and Fiddle Factory" To
lovers OF light reading the magazine is
very enjoyable, and the st. Valentine
number particularly so.
The February New Peterson" (Phila-
delphia) is full of capital stories, miscel-
laneous articles and excellent illustra-
tions 1t is in many respects an advance
on any previous number. The opening
paper is on "The Bermuda Islands," by
II. C. Walsh, illustrated by a series of
effective photogravures. "1n Edinboro
Town." by Mary Gray Umstead, is an
other illustrated paper. One ofthe gems
is "Keeler's Gus" by Frances Courtney
BAYLOR. "The One Event of Mouans
Sartoux," by Mignon Viliars, a story
worthy OF q successful veteran author.
s'Miss Priscilla's Ancestor" by z. D.
Matt. a charming sketch; "a Strange
Dwelling" by Robert n. keely, Jr.,
takes the reader on an interesting trip
into Nicaragua. Louise Chandler Moul-
ton. Florence Earle Coates, Ernest Nc
Galley and others contribute poems.
''Phe Fireside" is up TO its Gu stomary
high standard. and the illustrated book
reviews are by Louise Stockton and other
well-known writers.
The Arena (Boston) for February is
midwinter number of l64 pages, ex-
elusive OF the book reviews. It Is mum
Der of which B. o. Flower, the editor,
may justly be proud. 1t has hne
portrait OF Robert Browning, accompany