The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-07-31


good deal on the constitution of man how
ne regards the proposition that promps
Artlst Wright's enthusiastic query. Given
the conditions named by Mr.. Wright in the
Following interesting article, written by his
own pen, and there Is surely the charm at
tached to such life that he glowingly de-
scribes.
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do 10 the front" Such Is the usual brew
i:y with which your orders arrive. Under
ordinary circumstances, an immediate
start could hardly be made, but with the
war artist the case Is different. With him
1t is Ready. aye. ready" Five minutes
after the receipt of the wire sees him
speeding up town. AT his office, instruc-
tions, usually verbal" are conveyed. I'M
derstood and put into execution In less than
ten minutes. A cab to the ticket office 20
secure your passage, then on to your out
litter; next to the gunmaker; after that
the tentmaker, winding up at the stores.
Outfits vary considerably for different
parts Of the world. But you can never go
far wrong in getting a couple of good SER
viceable serge Kharki suits, the loosely
made tunic, cut on the military model, with
the usual allowance of pockets; riding
breeches, good, strong field boots; putties
or box-cloth leggings, good, warm UNDER
garments woollen socks, pair OF sweaters.
and lastly, suit Of fannels, with couple
Of pairs Of trousers, as a change in the
evenings or during a prolonged halt. Up
the Nile one Is seldom out OF riding breeches.
Some Of my friends tried flannel trousers,
but gave up that luxury, after being &C.
verely bitten by "obu shamets' cred taran-
tulas), which are particularly vsnomous,
and generally on the prowl after shutdown.
Snakes, fortunately, are not so numerous
but scorpions abound in places; therefore,
1t Is always better to wear the boots or
puttes as a protection against the pest.
AS to sleeping gear, take the ordinary
pajamas, flannel for choice In your port
manteau half a dozen flannel shirts and
plenty Of handkerchiefs. which will be
found most useful
For the head good pith helmet, shading
the nape of the neck, and puggeree will be
required for the day. Towards shutdown
rightcap Is comfort where insects and
flies are plentiful, especially to those whose
hair Is rather thin on the top. Above all
things have a good bed.
With regard to stores, II is better for a
long or, indeed, any campaign to take a
certain amount from England. In most
countries all timed foods can be obtained,
but such delicacies as pate de foie gras, a
good ham or two, a side of well-cured bacon
and some smoked tongues, which are inval-
liable when beyond the reach of anything
except canned things. These must be pro-
vided at home. Medical comfort must not
be omitted. Be sure and get several good
strong pipes (briar), plentiful supply of
matches and tobacco and box or two of
good cigars.
Now We come to the important subject of
arms. A sporting rifle and revolver and
about $50 cartridges, strong knife, with
corkscrew and a small set OF tools In the
handle, such as gimlets and a punch for
making holes In your saddlery. In my next
campaign I shall take with me a small
axe and pick, both Of which are invalua-
BILE when putting up your tent or hut-build-
Ing. A tin opener must not be overlooked,
neither must hammer for opening pack
ing cases. A table and chair are the mex:
things to look after. and see that you get
good, strong, serviceable ones. The best
table for choice Is one with a patent roll
ing-up top and a stool that can be got to
match. But you also want a comfortable
chair with arms and canvas seat. Let the
canvas be of the best and double, like a
roller towel. to allow you to shift the bear
Ing, to prevent the material wearing out,
and do away with the inconvenience Of
nails. OF course. tent you must have. See
that all the sewing is strong and we'll done;
don't forget a palm and needles. plenty of
strong string and a roll or two OF stout
clothes line.
II you are campaigning in horse coun-
try, take care your saddle is good. Every
thing for your horses should be of the best.
A waterproof sheet, half a dozen big tow
els and toilet requisites are indispensable.
Don't forget to take at least one case of
champa gne-the best brand procurabIe.
When you are run down low, this is the
best pick-me-up, and you want 1t.
Your outfit being completed, be Off with
the first train, so as to push on to your des-
tination as quickly as possible. Whatever
you do, If going east, and not pressed for
time avoid Brindisi, taking the Marseilles
route for Egypt or India. Cairo is place
to get out Of as soon as you can. Get up to
Wady Halfa as soon as possible From
this point you are in the hands of the sir
dar, and military law becomes the order Of
the day.
After a visit to the camp, a call ought to
be made on the sirdar You must present
to the latter your credentials and obtain u
permit to go to the front, for only those
duly licensed can accompany an expedition.
Permission being granted, you become one
of themselves. You are placed under the
military discipline act-which is most
leniently interpreted in the case Of corre-
spondents-and are fairly started on your
business. There is plenty of news to send
home. Incidents general to camp life al
ways supply material for new illustrations;
and then there Is camp gossip. But one
has to be rather chary of sending home in
telligeacs Means of communication are so
easy nowadays and spies are so many that
important movements can be forestalled by
an enemy from the too Jealous correspond
ent. The head of the intelligence depart
ment usually undertakes the onerous du-
ties of press censor. most delicate. and,
at times, ungrateful task.
The life of war correspondent Is not all
''beer and skttes." There Is always a
good deal of anxiety about malls. 1t is
imperative to get the best news home in the
shortest time You must not get sick or
worried but take everything calmly, max
ing I'D your mind for plenty of disappoint-
ments.
The pleasures are change. What Is there
to touch the joys of being well mounted and
going with q lot of good fellows Into new
country on a difficult and dangerous Jour
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