Life Volume 40 (Paperback)

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1902 Excerpt: ...hesitated and at length raised his hand. "Well, Willie, what is Itf " asked the teacher. "Please, ma'am, do you want us to draw a hen or a rooster "--Exchange, Following are the rules and regulations posted in the European Llotel in Bloomington, 111.: Board, 50 cents per square foot; raealB extra; breakfast at 8, supper at 7. Guests ttrc requested not to speak to the dumb-waiter; guests wishing to get up without being called can have selfrising flour for lunch. Not responsible for diamonds, bicycles and other valuables kept on the counter.; they should be kept under the safe. The office is convenient to all connections; horses to hire, 85 cents a day. Guests wishing to do a little driving will And hammer and nails in the closet. If the room gets too warm open the window and see the fire escape. If you are fond of athletics and like good jumping, lift the mattress and see the bed spring., Basebalhsts desiring a little practice will find a pitcher on the stand. If the lights go out, take a'soda--that is light enough for any man. Any one troubled with nightmare will find a halter in the barn. Don't worry about paying your bill; the honse is supported by its foundation.--Detroit Free Press. A Social observer of humorous sympathies reports to the Listener," of the Boston Transcript, a trait of a Chinese servant employed in a suburban family, which reveals a certain capability for ready assimilation with American methods of dealing with the tramp problem. A hungry tramp called one Monday afternoon at the kitchen door, and was promptly challenged by John. To John the tramp told his tale of woe, ending with a humble petition for something to eat. "Like flishf" aked John, in insinuating tones. "Yes, I like flsh," the tram...