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The Use of Sila: Ss to Swearing and the Intemperate of Intoxicants

From the Nonsensical Custom,

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The Italian method of @a word t ta damaging signifi- gimce can be ¢ npl ved With good effect ip christening that wayward and de- generate offspring of English known as slang. In its present state slanguage has attained to svch a luxurious com- pleteness that it werrants serious treat- ment. So copious and comprehensive bas it become that there is hardly a hu-

man want, feeling or emotion of the

heart that cannot be translated into the gernacular of the bootblack. In study- ing the } hilosophy slang the first patural query is, Mow and why did it originate? To the first question one might give, with certain modifications, the same answer that would be given to the question, Why do people swear? The human animal, like a locomotive, geems to require escape valves for occa- sions when there is too much steam in the boiler. When a man is overflowing with admiration, anger cr wonder, the ordinary adjectives do not (or he thinks they do not) meet the emergency. They do not relieve his pent up fullness any more than a sip from a dewdrop would quench a man’s thirst. The natural man and the natural woman sometimes find relief under strong emotion in explosive utterances. In the case of anger the es- cape valve expletive isan oath unless the man in question happens to be a gentleman and sometimes, though very rarely, when he is.

It will thus be seen that slang, being of emotional ancestry, is a first cousin to the oath, and both are used by those who mentally resemble the man whose use of intoxicating drinks has made him forget or underestimate the attractions of pure water. Slang, in sooth, is a whisky distillation of language. It is % strong that it may be taken only very rarely with impunity, and herein lies the chief danger in its use. Not only dees the slanguist find ordinary English tame. but he ends in not being able to find any English at all.

Another fatal characteristic of slang isthe very one which at first secures its adoption—namely, its pungency. The same law that makes quiet colors and shades wear well in the world of fabrics has its counterpart in the world of Speech. We tire very speedily of a start- ling costume, in high colors, and just as speedily do we tire of slang, which is startling, high colored speech.

Still another reason why slang can never gain a permanent foothold in the language is its utter lack of dignity. No subject can be seriously treated in slanguage. Its sole function is to tickle by its patness or its grotesqueness. It reflects a fugitive iridescence upon cur- rent wit and humor, as like the bub- bie catches prismastic colors, but, hke the bubble, it vanishes even while you behold it. Naturally there are slang Phrases of all degrees of goodness and badness, ranging from the word which is only a slight remove from a forcible but perfectly decorous adjective to slang of the most daring, deep dyed or- der. At one end of the scale, for in- Stance, one might place ‘‘fetching’’ and at the other end its superlative ‘‘rum.’’ Again, the injunction ‘‘play ball’’ is gentle and seemly, in comparison with the brusque command **get a move on.”’ Along certain lines the slanguist seems torevei in extravagant synonyms and antonyms, especially in those express- ing some infirmity in the upper story.

man who has ‘‘wheels’’ is also dopularly known as ‘‘nutty,’’ ‘‘cracked’’ or’‘off his trolley.’’ Again, if he comes the country, he is ‘‘corn raised,’’ has “see! in bis hair,” or his ‘*face doesn't tit him.’’ ‘‘Gall,’’ ‘‘nerve,”’ “cheek,’’ *‘sand,’’ ‘*brass’’ and ‘*face’’ are also nearly synonymous terms for Qualities whose universality has made them a target for popular satire. Equally Prolific is the slanguist in coining terms for money. ‘‘Dust,” ‘‘tin,’”’ sand,’’ *‘rocks,’’ ‘*chink’’ and ‘‘spon- dulicks’’ are only afew of the words that translate ‘‘ filthy lucer.”’

Two of the slang phrases now in @allingly frequent use are, ‘*That’s Tight,’’ and ‘‘That won't cut much lee.’’ The latter, it must be confessed, has certain cool figurative qualities Which give it a saving color of graee. But_most of these phrases rely chiefly

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which we purpose to lead at a lively clip for the balance of the year.

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We will lead in all kinds of Readymade Clothing, will lead in Fur Coats and Robes.

We will leat in Flannels and Blanketing. We will lead in all kinds of Gents Frrnishings.

In all these we will lead af the lowest prices.

We will lead in Cloth and Fur Caps. We will lead in Homemade and imported Tweeds, We vill lead in Staple Dry Goods.

‘Tremendous stock 2nd need of money are the causes that will make |

our store for the balance of this year a veritable wilderness of bargains.

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Men’s all wool Sweaters,

Men's all wool Cardigans, Heavy all wool Underwear, Mien’s heavy woolen Gloves, Men’s heavy lined Kid Gloves, Yien’s four-in-hand Ties,

Yien's heavy Ulsters,

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upon “their conaensea expressiveness, which is the trademark of their Amer- ican manufacture. They are but one of the many devices of the masses to com- pass a crosscut and avoid circumlocu- tions. Thus ‘‘snap’’ and ‘‘cinch’’ are time economy for a moneyed sinecure and an assured competence.

One of the surest tests of the rapid mortality of slang is the extremely pain- ful sensation produced by hearing anti- quated slang phrases used—and there are always people who are two or three or ten years behind in their use of such phrases. When other people are saying “*‘Net on your tintype,’’ the user of mildewed slang feebly ejac- ulates ‘‘I should smile.’’ The piquancy and patness of certain phrases make it hard to declare that slang has no legiti- mate use. But concerning its misuse, there can hardly be two opinions among people whose opinions are worth any- thing. A careful study of the qualities of men and women who habitually in- terlard their remarks with slang will furnish anybody with a world of con- vincing conclusions in favor of pure English.— Critic.

How much business can a wan do whose system is in 4 state of disorder? Headache isonly a symptom, It is pot adisease. The pain in the bead is the sign of rebel- lion. There have been mistakes in diet and other abuses.

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A book of 1008 peges, profusely illus trated, written bv Dr. R. V. Pierce. called ‘The People’s Common Sense Medica! Adviser,” will be sent free for 31 one-cent stamps tocover cost of mailing only. World’s Dispensary Medical Association, No. 663 Main Street, Buffalo, N. Y.

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If your children are well | ALMOST SECOND NATURE.

but not robust, they need Scott’s Emulsion of Cod- liver Oil.

We are constantly in re- ceipt of reports from par- ents who give their children the emulsion every fall fora month or two. It keepsthem well and strong all winter. It prevents their taking cold.

Your doctor will confirm this.

The oil combined with the hypophosphites is a splen- did food tonic.

soc. and $1.00, all druggists.

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SCHOONER “SAN JUAN,’ now on her way from St. Jchn’s New- foundlane to Charlottetown; built in 1889, regisicred tonuage 94 tons; has a good outfit. Apply to

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Cyclists Unconsciously Follow the Rules of the Road When Walking.

You can tell a bicycle rider by his walk. Not because of a peculiarity of gait, but for the reason that he uncon- sciously follows the rules of the road that he has learned while riding a bi- cycle.

On the sidewalks of the crowded streets of New York and Brooklyn a zentleman whose acquaintance among bicycle riders is quite extensive has, as a matter of curiosity, watched his cy- cling friends walking to and from busi- ness. Almost without exception they

pedestrians and to the left when pass- ing them from behind. When turning a corner, the pedestrian who has learned to cycle hugs the wall closely if going to the right and is almost sure to make a long turn if bound to the left.

If all pedestrians would observe the rules of the road on the sidewalks as well as the experienced cyclists observe them on the highways, there would be fewer toes trampled upon and fewer persons nudged in the ribs by protrud- ing and sharp elbows.

There is nothing more annoying to the participants and nothing more laughable to the spectator than to see two persons dancing up and down and taking a series of side steps because

th started to pass each other in the wrong direction.

The bicycle is unconsciously teach- ing people how best to keep out of each other’s way. Any one who does not think the result is sure to be beneficial ought to attempt to stem a crowd com- ing from a theater or crossing the bridge at rush hours. There will be no polish left on the rash individual’s shoes, there will be mud stains on his garments, and a feeling of deep, bitter resentment against all mankind in his bosom.— New York Journal.

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Winter Coats.

In coat shapes for the winter both semiloose and fitted shapes are favored. The collars are still the familiar high standing bands finished with braided or braid edged tabs, crenelated strips of velvet, fur bordered points and otker fancy shapes formed and decorated to conform to the rest of the garment.

Most of the sleeves are very small coat |

shapes, or else very much reduced mut- ton leg styles, finished either with « flare at the wrists or turned back with a deep machine stitched cuff. The great- est noveity in wraps, aside from the

: Widely popular Russian model, is the

pass to the right when meeting other | garment closely fitted back and front,

the jacket slightly pointed, and reach- ing only a trifle below the waist line on the sides.

Over the very close coat sleeves fall loose open circular bell sleeves, which are silk lined and decorated in various ways to match the jacket trimmings These little garments are designed to accompany a calling or church costume or for other occasions for which a small wrap is requisite. A few of these wraps fasten on the left side and are trimmed across the front with tworows of rather large buttons, giving the jacket a dou- ble breasted effect. These wraps are made of various materials, including velvet, brocade, »yepped silk in heavy cordings or fine cloth, with a handsome trimming of braiding or passementerie in conjunction with fur.—New York Post.

Aluminium Wire.

Aluminium wire is made of various sizes and used for a variety of purposes. Among its newer uses is the manufac- ture of door and window screens. When exposed to the weather, such screens do not rust. Aluminium wire is used in the manufacture of hairpins. In a few cases in this city aluminium wire has been sold to be put up on roofs for use as clotheslines. The wire sold for this purpose was No. 6 gauge, which costs 60 cents a pound, and 1,000 feet of which weighs 24 pounds.

Aluminium pigs sell now at about 42 cents a pound, which is about half the price of # year ago. The sale of manu- factured articles of aluminium isall the time increasing and things in great va- riety are made from it.—New York Sun.

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BEES IN BATTLE.

The Contest as Viewed by a Spectator at a Safe Distance.

The movements of the combatants are so rapid in battle that it is difficult to follow them through all of their evolu- tions, but the plan of battle seems to be very simple, says The Chautauguan. Two bees from the hive are sent to kill one intruder, and the latter always tries to force an entrance, even at the risk of its life. Once inside, it makes room for others of its companions to enter and then, gathering up its abdomen in as small a space as possible, it assumes the defensive. Two of the hive bees pounce upon it and collaring it fiercely they seek to find a valnerable point between the rings of its body to sting it to death. The attacking bee just as determinedly struggles to cover every unprotected spot. If sufficient time can be gained and the attacking swarm is large enough to force an entrance the badly mauled bees that have not been stung to death will suddenly assume the offensive and pursue the tactics of their enemies. The contortions and evolutions of the vari- ous fighters are interesting to the ob- server.

Should the battle go against the at- tacking body, the balance of the swarm flies away to seek safety, and the dead carcasses of their companions are thrown contemptuously out of the hive.

But in the event of an opposite ter- mination of the struggle the poor in- habitants are slaughtered. When their fate has been practically decided, many of them turn traitors to their cause, and in order to save their own lives they join the forces of the attacking party and display great vigor in killing their former companions. But there is honest patriotism even among bees. Im every hive there are some who fight to the last and prolong the struggle for hours.

What More Could I Do?

Oh, I vowed to her I'd love her With devotion deep and true! On my knees I fell before her— What more could a fellow do?

And I begged, beseeched, implored her In the sweetest words I knew

Just to promise she would wed me— What more could a fellow do—

But the silly girl refused me, Broke my heart, so fond and trne, So-—-well, now I love another— What more could a fellow do? —San Francisco Examines,

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Will. Hertz, Sec’y to Madame Patti Nicolini, writes ;

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