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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15
SHOOTING STARS.
Safety.

what in the world made you select
such heavy, embarrassing topic for your
essay?' said one college girl. 1T surely
can't be very congo niaL''
NO" was the answer. at isn't con-
genial But it is serviceable. If I don't
write about something Interesting people
won't take the trouble to understand my
paper, and If they don't understand 1t
they won't try to criticise it,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15
A Practical Mind.

You see,'' said the Spanish official who
was disposed to be cautious, I'VE are a
proud. hot-headed race; impatient when
we are hindered and swift in our resent
ment.
That's very true" replied the other.
so. all things considered, 1 think 1t
might be good idea to have the public
printer get us up some blank forms of
apology, SO that they can be filled out with
the least possible delay when anything of
the kind Is needed"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15
elf they're Rich's
shoes they're proper"
Ten=tWo F..

The new spring styles are
beginning to show themselves
now-every day sees new ar
rivals to the list. We have
strlven to eclipse every pre-
vious seasons showing-and
we think you'll agree that
we've surely succeeded.
Well be glad TO have YOU
come in and see these advance
styles of the correct spring
footwear-just 10 get an ink
ling OF what's going to be
proper.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

There is some apprehension that young
Mr.. Letters legerdemain with the bread
supply will not be as comparatively harm
less and amusing as young Mr.. Wander
bits cake walk.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

1t has been declared that Senior de LONE
will not sell his furniture because he does
not wish to have the washington rabble'
going through his house. 1t is also stated
in the same connection that he will send
his effects elsewhere because he thinks
they will bring better prices. There is
method In the senor's exclusiveness.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

The man who wrote a book advocating
suicide and then took his own life had the
courage of his convictions. But 1t is diff
cult to see how he derived any satisfaction
from an experiment which placed him
where he could not convince his opponents
of their error even If he demonstrated 1t
to his own satisfaction
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15
Our Dangerous Lumber.
From the Savannah News.

1t g said that Germany. through her rail.
roads. Is discriminating against American
lumber, charging higher freight rates upon
1t than upon similar woods which are re-
ceived In that country from Sweden, Nor
way and other countries. Will Germany
contend that our lumber is buggy and that
she is afraid the bugs will eat the steel
rails?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

Mr.. Yerkes and Mr.. Kohlsaat evidently
believe that. while the pen may be mightier
than the sword. there are times when 1t is
justiflable to abandon both and take an ak.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15
Special Opportunity
For BuYerS of Fiction.

A fortunate purchase of the past
week has given US. the choicest line
of Good Fiction at lowest prices ever
sold. Ninety titles-handsomely
bound in cloth-I2 mo-, 200 to 400
pages in volume, gilt tops and clear
type.
Publishers price, Soc. a vol.
Our special price,
zoe. q vol.
A few of the titles:
Shandon Bells.
Yolande, WV, a,e.k
White Wings.
Madcap Violet.
Molly Bawn,
The Duchess. m. rurh.~s
Dicks Sweetheart,
Phyllis.
The Second Wife,
Saint Michael, From the German
Good Luck
Barbara Heathcote's Trial.
Robert Ord's Atonement, | no.. " c.r.xe
Not Like Other Girls,
Wee Wide,
Admirars Ward, ~. .,or,,a.-
Wooing o. II, The ME AieA"uei-
And others By Mrs. Forester, Helen d. Mathers,
Hail Caine, Walter Besant, Edna Lyall. Clark
Russell, etc
Basement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

The traditions recalled by Washington's
birthday are respectfully submitted to the
Spanish gentlemen who promulgated prom
ises of autonomy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

1t rests with this country to say whether
Hawaii shall in years to come be a safe
guard or a menace to the Pacific coast.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

disavowai of the sentiments in the de
LONE letter should not be any more diff
cult for Spain than the avowal concerning
autonomy some time ago
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15
Comparative Cost.

Mourn not because that valentine
Appeared to you bit offensive.
Rude products ever have been cheap;
The polished tribute is expensive.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

If NJ. lola ever has time he can write
an interesting novel with himself as the
hero.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15
Special Value i'm
WOmem's Umbrellas.

An extra fine Silk Gloria, mounted
on metal rod, giving close roll
ing effect, with large assortment
of handles, such as Madagascar,
Congo Weichsel, Frieze, Dresden
and Mourning, all shapes and styles.
A very pretty, light and durable UNI
brella.
S1.OO Each.
First floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

The fame of Rich's footwear
seems to grow each day-from
every part of the United States
come orders for our shoes
from people who are not con-
tent with any other sort. And
in striking contrast to the
usual dullness at other stores
witness how busy we arc
note the constant stream of
buyers passing in and out our
doors. Merely straws show
ing which way the wind blows.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15
$500 to $500 each.
Third floor.

An Of our Cotton Eiderdown Wrappers that have
been $3.50 and $26s are now marked to close at
$I.5o each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15
$I.5o each

Fine Dark Percale Wrappers black and navy
grounds, with neat figured effects, stylish Jokes.
collar and cuffs.
SI.so each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15
WOmen's
New Wrappers.

We have just placed on sale the
new spring styles in Wrappers and
Tea Gowns, and call attention to
some exceptionally good values, in
connection with which we offer the
balance of Our Cotton Eiderdown
Wrappers at reduced prices to close.
Superior High-class Print Wrappers, in the new
spring patterns: extra well made and finished;
light and dark colors. Sizes 80 to A.
$I.oO each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

Fine Black and White Print Wrappers, fast col
ors, braide yokes. ample skirt, spring
patterns Exceptional value.
SIPS each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

Also full line Of fine Cashmere Wrappers and
Tea Gowns in all Of the leading shades and styles.
at popular prices.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

TAKE the step today
Ii =='phone 592or send
postal with your
name and address and
We'll send for your bun=
die. Well see that
YOU never have cause
to regret such a step.
FraZee's Laundry,
1922 18th St. COS 18th St.
BOO N st. Phone 502.
fel5-2Od
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

Those who are likely to
need footwear during the next
few months to come should
take advantage of the reduced
prices we've put on some of
our fine footwear.
S2.9S now buys the choice
OF any of the mems shoes,
which sold at S. $500 and
$3.50. Fine patent calf, willow
calf and black calf.
S2.4S now buys the choice
OF any of the ladies shoes
which sold at $3.50, $500 and
$3.50. Decrskin, box calf,
enamel, wine and kid.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15
SLIGO each.

Fine Figured Percale ands Larn Wrappers new
rued front style. In large variety of new spring
patterns.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

A lot of Self-f1gured
White Silk Puff Scarfs,
either for mems or
women's wear - an ex-
cellent value.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15
Special Items i'm
Mems Department.

Our last lot for the
season n these wonder
fully good Night Shirts.
made as q Night Shirt
should be as regards
fullness Of size and cor
rectness of proportion.
Sizes from Is to ID.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

40 dozen of them-a
grade Of Shirts that We
are going to discon-
tinue. Sizes IA to 10.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

Tapanned Canisters.
One lot of German Japanned Canisters, In fancy
decorations and assorted colorings.
lOc. Each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

Kitchen Knives.
One lot Of fine quality Kitchen Knives, with
strong riveted handles and 5-inch blades,
Csc. Each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

"Wamsutta Twill"
Night Shirts,
SOC.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

New designs in I'M
commonly good quail
ties of Band Bows and
Club Ties, In figured
satins. basket weave
silks. striped silks, etc.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

Feather Busters.
One case Of Ostrich Feather busters. including
those with 6foot handles, complete, for busting
ceilings, pictures. ETC.,
lOc. Each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-02-15

Thin China Cups and Saucers.
One case of new thin japanese Cups and Saucers.
in choice decorations and best Divide shape, at
l5c. Each.
The Washington bee., 1898-03-19

Gold-plated metal base; gold-plated
clock ring; gold-plated open cast head
removable oil fount; the latest ratcket
screw burner; large, handsome, hand
decorated globe; frst-class chimney.
Clock made and warranted by one of
the largest factories in the U. 5. All
ready to put oil in and light.
This handsome lamp-clock is worth
20 dollars. A fine Christmas or birth
day present. The BEE will give one
of these clocks to any person who may
send cash yearly subscribers.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-05-07

4 Few Pcrsc nal Traits that are None
To Common.

y
To Common.
FAIR-MfNDEDNEsS. We all protest
that we are judicial and willing TO con-
slider both sides of question, but at
heart we are hot partisans.
CHARITY. Not the charity that losses
a nickel TO a beggar but the eharity lhal
will neither listen 60 nor spread mali
cious gossip.
TRtTH-TELLING Most OF us fail In
this raspect not because we intend to de-
celve but because We do not observe cor
rectIv and are careless In choosing
words
GOOD MANNERS. How many persons
we know whose "outside IS their worst
side" Some men think that IL they arc
honest and upright they may be as boor-
ish as they please.
CHEEEFULNEss This Is largely a
question Of bodily health. The man with
sbakv nerves. weak digestion and a ten
dency TO lie awake nights may be par
doned Tor irritability. What he needs Is
a general stimulation Of the bodily forces.
and he finds it I'm Duny's Pure Matt
Vbiekev which Is free from deleterious
matter as the snow on an Alpine crag.
II ia valuable TO dyspcpucs and TO all
whose systems are unstrung by WORK or
suspense This whiskey has been hon
ored with the sanction OF conservative
physicians Of high reputation
Druggists and grocers have Duiy
Pure Malt Whiskey.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-05-07
High Lights.

4 man-coward gets only abuse. but a
woman-coward gets cuddled and encour-
aged. .-
when some men 60 TO war their wives
know il will teach them 10 take brown
sugar in their coffee.
children look upon their father as
man who never puts gravy where they
want IL on their plates.
Cvnics think they can reflect human
nature correctly I'm tho cheap. twisted
mirrors Of their embittered souls.
Women who go 20 church 10 show their
0nerv always have a scorntul contempt
for women who don't go at all.
Grammar is all right but much OF the
worlds most original thought emanates
from people who say "I done it,
when man IS sick the average wo-
man likes to have him sick enough NOT
10 keep her running down stairs after
cigars.
4 mans follies are his educational op-
nortunities. but he sometimes errs In low
ing his teacher better than his lessons.
Rominiscence IS the souls searchlisht.
nv IL we discern that some of youth g
vices wcre virtues and some If its viz
tucs were viccs.-Chicago Record.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-05-07
D. S. BURLES0N
WON THE MEDAL.
In the intercollegiate 0ratoricaI
Contest Last Night,
REPRESENTED THE UNIVERSITY.
His Subject Was 1.-THE Destiny Of
the English Speaking People"
and Was Finished Grafton.
The other Speakers.
REPRESENTED THE UNIVERSITY.

The annual contest Of the Virginia In
tercolleglate Oratorical Association. which
was held at Richmond College last night
was "a splendid entertainment There
were eight speakers. representing as many
Of the colleges and universities Of the
state and every speech would have done
credit and brought honor 20 the orator
and his Institution.
Although rain was falling almost an the
evening. "a large crowd OF ladies' and gem
tcmcn braved the terrOrs OF the mixing
elements in order 90 hear the orations
Of the Hover OF Nirgiula-the best orators
100 her classic schools OF learning. The
chapel was filled before SID O'Clock. the
time set for the exercises TO begin. by an
audience That remained until nearly mid
night without becoming at all restless.
THE PROGRAMME.
The ros,rum was decorated with the
culors of the several institutions repre-
scntCd-eaCn contestant SITTING beneath
his own colors-auo with abe Stars and
stripes and Virginia coat-of-arms. stein
Orchestra iuforspci-fd sweet music. Mr..
o. L. owens presided with easy dignity,
and Che programme was carried out as
follows:
Prayer, Rev. 4. r. Sweeney. D. D.
I. Ordtor-Richard a. stewart Emory
of Endcayor"
Music
? Orator-George =. Bagby Richmond
"lt-'' ''"J'''' 't''"' '''' '"7'"-
ans.
Murtl. -,-,-, 49,, ,.,.,,--....
b orator tanHo'pn l,o!a ialoo..l''
William ana Mary D"Hcsc. 0hoJeDi. nc
rover OF ihHNth'e '" Mih'ii'i''.
Music ,,.-,.,..-
!. orator harles D.. M!cIt, w a.I'-lf-
ton and Lee University. Subject; Aaron
Burr
Music.
d. orator-' =. burlelon- University ol
Virginia. Subject: The Destiny OF the
Speaking People
Music
q. Orator Rarkelale Hamlet. Hamp-
den-Slluey College subject Literature
Our Greatest Heritage
Music.
Z. Orators. Mcpherson Janney, Ran
dolph-Macon College. Subject: what
For"
Music
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-05-07
Thrcc Good Stories.

Sneaker Reed recently wished 20 see
political friend on some very important
business and telegrsphed him TO come
at once to Washington. Inc trlehd TOOK
the first train but a washout on the ROAD
soon stopped him. Going TO telegraph
Office he sent this message:
"Wash0ut on the line; can't come.
TO which i'm due time he received the fol-
lowing reply from the Maine statesman:
"Buv new shirt and come anyway
"The statement that General Hampton
lost a leg In the war reminds us OF
little story" says the Montgomery
Advertiser
I'm the days before the war there was
a hotel on top of stone mountain, IN
Georgia. and the water for use OF the
guests was raised by a force pump from
below. 4 Northern traveller. who knew
something OF the use OF hydraulic rams
accostcd the landlord with:
This is fine water, landlord; Is II
raised by a ram?'
Ram. heur snorted the landlord.
ITS a burned big mule" And that's the
wav Wade Hampton lost leg
DR. Zakharin. the late Cars favorite
phvslcian. who recently died started life
as an humble butchers boy. Turning his
attention to medicine. he soon attracted
tho notice Of his sovereign. and becom-
ing the hest-known doctor IN RUSSIA De-
fore middle age had secured handsome
.connetency He was SOMEWHAT Of a
character, and his feats Of eccentricity
added 20 his fame. With so much pat
ronage at his command he always insist
cd upon being obeyed. When the state
Of the late emperor became alarming
the Governor OF Moscow received A mes
sage from St. Petersburg ordering him
20 send Professor Zakharin without de-
lay The Governor dispatched his aide
de-camp 10 the doctor. In two hours
said the officer the express train Will
start"
1.-THE express What do you meanP'
exclaimed the Professor. The Emperor
is an. and you talk 20 me about train
leaving in two hoursl Go 10 the rail-
way manager and command him 10 get
a special train ready FOR me in twenty
mlnutes!" At the end Of that time the
train was speeding out the depot with
the doctor on board.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-05-07
Chinese Mathematicians.

English papers note that Cambridge
University has just had "a remarkable
proof OF the mathematical genius OF the
Chinese. Some time ago much surprise
was caused among mathemat.ciaus gem
orally by the discovery among the papers
Of the late Sir Thomas Wade OF Chin
csc fame of evidence that in the time
of Confucms the Chinese knew an equa-
ton which only became known in Europe
during the last century when 80 was dis
covered by Fcrmat and has since been
known as Formats equation But the
Chinese version. recently discovered,
stated that the equation did not hold
with regard 20 ccrtani NUMBERS. This
puzzlcd the mathematicians. and all
eforts 10 solve the point have hitherto
failed. Now. however. young under
graduate OF Trinity College has demon
strated that the chinese were right, and
his solution IS frankly admitted by the
experts 10 be perfect. The correspond
ont understands the result is shortly 10
no nublis6ea al Cambridge in an author
itative way-Pathhndcr.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-05-07
,N.RRoW ESCAPE.

Thankful words written 10y Mrs. Ada p.
Hart. Of Groton $. d.: Was taken Win
a bad cold which settled on my lungs
-o,,,b act in and finally terminated I'm
,,orsurptIou Four doctors gave me up,
savinr- could live but a short time. !
cayc myself up 10 my Savior. determined
n could not stay with my friends on
earth. would meet my absent ones
above. Ny husband was advised 90 get
Dr Kings New Discovery for 'onsump-
lion Coughs and Colds gave 10 "a
t-i9I took 100 au eight bottles. n ias
cured me. and thank God ] am saved ana
now n well and healthy woman. lIlai
bottles free az owens a. MINOR bIus y;
pegul,r Size Nc and 81. Guaranteed
or pricc refunded.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-05-07
OBITUARY.
Thomas T.. Beckham.

GORDONsVILLE. VA. May 6.-Spe-
ciai.-Mr Thomas l.. Beckham. high
IS esteemed citizen OF this place died on
Wednesday night, he retired at his usual
hour IN apparent good health, and about
IL o'clock he was stricken with heart
failure and breathed his last within iif-
teen minutes.
lie had been subject to similar attacks
on former occasions.
Mr.. Beckham had been n life long cit
izen OF whom all knew and respected Tor
his excellent qualities both as neigh
Dor and a friend when his services were
needed. lie was ffty-one years OF age
and leaves three sons and a daughter by
his first marriage. and 4 widow and two
small Children.
j. Preston Snoddy.
IRWIN. VA, May 6.-Special.-Mr. j.
Preston Snoddy died last Tuesday at the
home of Mr.. John 4. Wilkinson. IN
Goochland county. in the twenty-fourth
year OF his age The remains were taken
for interment to the cemetery at Buck
ingham church. OF which the deceased
was = consistent member.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-05-07
Thc LiiIle Encyclopedia.

Maine factories sold $4,000 worth Of
shoe pegs in 1891
In south America there is a race OF
cats that does not know how 20 new.
Inn INC fourteenth century suits OF arrnor
often weighed rs pounds and over
Russian families, when moving TO new
homes kindle the fire on the hearth with
Goals brought from the ola residence.
leo. where II grows Wild. 10 has been cul-
tivatcd from an early period in tropical
Asia. $500
The doctors i'm Sweden never senu bllis
20 thetr nationts. the amount Of remuneT-
atlon being left entirely TO the generosity
OF the latter.
The national hymns OF Chica are or
such extraordinary length that IL il stated
that half day would be required To sing
them through.
Amsterdam. Holland. Is built upon piles
driven into the ground. II IS intersected
by numerous canals, crossed by nearly
800 bridges
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-05-07
PERSONAL AND GENERAL.
Interesting Facts About Richmonds
Citizens and other Matters

DIT W. ". Parker was able to sii Up
Yesterday. He was greatly improved
during the last few days.
Conductor Robertson who was recently
hurt on the Main-strcet line, was report
ed much better last night.
DR.. j. W. Bowdoin. Of Accomac, former
Fish Commissioner. and now president
OF the Eastern Shore Game Association,
has returned home.
Mrs. Ellen McGurk and her daughter
Miss Minnie. of Hartford, Conn, are
visiting their relative. James /. Smith,
go north Fifth street.
Col. Tazewel Elicit who has been quite
iu AT his residence, No. 2O9 west Grace
street for some weeks Is better and is
rapidly recovering his robust health.
on May 8. 1875 at home, by Rev. W B..
williams. Miss Margaret Cyane VIII
uams. daughter OF the officiating clergy
man. was married TO Or Benjamin Otis
Hester. Of North Carolina.
Or. william +. Mercer. formerly OF this
city. who has for the past four years
practiccd medicine in Groenville, z. e.,
has returned to Richmond, and has To-
Gated at 3l3 west Grace street.
Henrico Council Royal Arcanum.
through the secretary and treasurer. paid
TO Mrs. Emma l.. Sch0O,er widow OF
John b. SChOOler 5000 yesterday az pay
mont FOR Mr.. schooler's life insurance.
The annual meeting OF tho Junior Holly
wood Memorial Association viii take
place this afternoon at 1870 O'Clock AT the
Y. NJ G. A. All members are urgently re-
quested 10 be present
Rev. W. A. Belts, OF the South Caro-
lima Methodist Cosference. and his bride.
who are on their way 90 attend the CON
ference at Baltimore. are the guests OF
Rev. Belts uncle. superintendent Gcorge
b DAVIS. al the almsh0use residence.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-05-07
TO RAILwAY.sTATION AGENTS.

All station agents ON railroads going
ont from Richmond are hereby n'uhed
that. beginning with May 9tn' I'VE up-
to-date morning newspaper 20 DE calieH
the Monday Bulletin, viii be issued. IL
pcrs will be sent ont ON an me raiifoans'
and YOU are earnestly iequesleu 'o NO.
ufy your friends OF the TACT
The Bulletin will Dc the only MONDAY
morning newspaper IN richmond ana
,,.iu ,ontsin Inc latest news from an
narts off the world. Ask tine neWsboy for
the Hullctln.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-05-07
THE SOUTH DRAWN NEARER TO
RICHMOND.

The Southern Railways new schedule,
effective May ]. lS9s. brings Columbus
West Point. WiuOnd. Greenwood. Greene
willie. Miss. and other important CONNER
cial points in that section. within one
nights ride from Richmond Leaving
Richmond at 1901 T. VI. daily by the
Southern Railways United states Fast
Mail. through Danvillc. Atlanta. and
Birmingham. you arrive in Birmingham
the following morning 1850 a. NJ; Column
bus. 4.e5 p. NJ: Greenwood. 1888 =. NJ,
and Greenevile Miss. 1888 Z. NJ, the
following day after leaving Richmond.
In this connection It might not be amlss
10 saw that one can leave Philadelphia,
Baltimore or Washington In the morning
and arrive al any Of the above mention
cd points the following afternoon. with
the elegant service and schedules offered
by the Southern Railway. the trip can
be made between this section and the
above points. with dispatch and comfort
An other Southern and Southwestern
sections are made equally as acc ssible
with the southerns new schedule and
connections.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-05-07
Recent InvcntiOns.

An Englishman has designed an appa-
ratus for determining the proper I'D
mstmcnt OF the saddle. pedals and ham
dle-hsr of "a bicycle thus enabling
purchaser to get the right size OF frame
without trial on the road.
Picture frames are being made which
are adjustable to 1T any size picture
without cutting. eacn side being made
of plurality of sections which TT closely
together and engage corresponding sec
tions at right angles. with the interior
sections removable TO Increase tho open
Ing in tho frame
A handy pencil sharpener just out has
a casing In which a roughened fiat grind