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THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 49 MENTAL EXHAUSTION Sperminum is the natural source of health and vital strength isolated and purified from organic bases. In the form of the Essence, Spermin acts as a REVIVER of VITAL ENERGY, and so stimulates healthy body juices, which resist disease and retard vital decline. NERVOUS BREAKDOWN, FATIGUE from OVERWORK, and MENTAL and PHYSICAL EXHAUSTION brought about by OVER-INDULGENCE in ATHLETICS, will find a corrective in l'oehl's Spermin Essence. It is of SPECIAL CURATIVE VALUE in all DISORDERS of the BLOOD, the NERVES, and the HEART. Sold in original l>ottles under the warranty of the ORGANO-TIIERAPEUTIC INSTITUTE of Professor VON I'OEIIL & SONS, by all Chemists, at 8/6 per bottle. Address for Fret Literature: A. & M. ZIMMERMAN!, 3, Lloyd's Avenue, London, E.C. BLUSHING. Remarkable Discovery that will interest every man and woman suffering from involuntary Blushing. Effective treatment that permanently remove* the caume. Men and women who suffer from involuntary blushing need no longer despair. Out of a mass of failures has come a genuine success. Their self - consciousness can be so thoroughly removed that they themselves will wonder if they ever really had this embarrassing com- plaint. Mr. S. G. Temple is the scientist who has formu- lated this marvellous home method that cures to stay cured. The treatment he prescribes goes to the very root of the disease, and cures it, so that the frequent blushing and flushing Incomes a thing of the past. Mr. S. G. Temple wishes it understood that his method of cure is different entirely to the many others which have given only temporary relief. This new method is a simple home treatment that members of either sex can easily follow to a pei fectly satisfactory issue, r.r., a permanent cure. By sending your name and address, and enclosing stamp to pay postage, to Mr* S. G. TEMPLE (Specialist). 8, Blenheim Street, Bond Street, London, W., you will receive full description of this remarkable method which will enable men and women, previously nervous and shy, now to take their places in Society with pleasure and case and get greater profit from their business. F\\ ¥Jk The description is posted to you *C fV m\\ free, in a perfectly plain sealed cn- ^* * velope, and you should have no hesitancy in writing. You will lie delighted to learn how easily you can be permanently relieved of blushing and flushing of the face and neck, aad it will pay you to write to-day ; don't neglect to do so. NORWICH UNION MUTUAL LIFE OFFICE. All With Profit Policies effected before the Books close on 30th June, 1911, will share in the FIVE YEARS' PROFITS to be divided as at that date. Write at once for Prospectus to Dept. A, ^NORWICH UNION LIFE OFFICE, NORWICH.

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. Refined and Distinctive Summer Clothing Fabrics For Ladies, Gentlemen, and Children. The high standard of excellence which has been attained by E. B., Ltd.'s Clothing Fabrics has resulted in a world-wide reputation for \" Quality \" and \" Refinement,\" and these distinguishing characteristics will be evident on inspection of their charming and comprehensive variety of Summer Fabrics. Patterns are aent to any part of the World, post free. FOR LADIES AND CHILDREN: Costume Tweeds; Cashmeres, Venetians, Habits, Voiles, Crepons, Grenadines, Taffetas, Silks, Alpacas, Mohairs, Repps, Poplins, Delaines, \"Lilaines,\" Muslins, Lawns, Linens, 1'rints, Cambrics, Casement Cloths, Nuns' Cloths, Cotton and Silk Weft Zephyrs, etc., etc. FOR MEN AND BOYS: English, Irish, and Scotch Tweeds, \"Wellington\" Suitings, \"Excelsior\" and \" Wontarewilware \" Tweeds, Cashmeres, Worsteds, White and Coloured Flannels, Trouserings, Vestings, Breeches Cloths, Black \"Dress\" Cloths, etc., etc. LIGHT-WEIGHT FABRICS FOR WARM CLIMATES. To H .M. QUEtN MARY. THE HALL-MARK OF INTRINSIC WORTH. Suit made to order in genuine \" Wellington \" Suiting, a soft, flannel-like fabric espe- cially suitable for summer wear, for 85/-. Attractive designs, light or dark colourings. For \"Yachting\" and the \" Seaside\" E. B., Ltd.'s Pure Wool Royal Navy Serges are especially suitable ; they are nautical and trim in appearance, look well, wear well, and their splendid colour effectively resists the action of the Sun and Sea Air and does not turn a bad shade. Prices from 1/11} to 7/11 per yard. Also in Cream, Black, Grey, and various fancy colours, including \"Coronation Blue.\" Qualities for Men and Boys, from 3/6J to 12/11 per yard. TAILORING AND DRESSMAKING. Costumes and Suits of many different styles are made expressly to order by an expert staff under superior hygienic conditions, and with much acknowledged satisfaction to patrons in many different parts of the world. Proofs of Efficiency. Miss F. A. wrote : \" The Costume has duly arrived, and again I am completely satisfied.\"—Johannesburg, 26/3/11. Mrs. T. wrote: \" My Costume arrived quite safely on Wednesday, with which I am very pleased indeed; its Jits perfectly.\"— Alexandra Park, London, N., 21/4/11. Costume made to order in Fancy Cream Royal Serge, with a Navy Stripe, for 68/-; or in Navy Blue Serge Coating, with a White Stripe, for 51/6. Very fashionable fabrics. Any quantity of material supplied and sent carriage paid in the United Kingdom. Patterns, Price Lists, Illustrations of Styles, Self-Measurement Forms, etc., post free. Address: EGERTON BURNETT, Ltd., L. P. Dept., Wellington, Somerset, England.

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. NAVAL 1£ m OUTFITTERS %MB Parents who dress their little ones in Naval costume should be careful to see that all details are correct. Many children's garments sold as Naval are travesties of the real thing, but every Naval officer knows that the miniature outfits supplied by us are correct to the minutest detail, and, moreover, are of materials identical in quality with that supplied by us to man-o'-war's men. SAILOR SUITS, Made from Real Navy Serges and correct Naval Style. Boy»\" Real Navy Serge Suits .... from 13/0 Boys'or Girls'Real Navy Serge Pea Jackets . . „ 15/6 Girls' Real Navy Serge Costumes .... „ 15/6 Boys' White Drill Sailor Suits .... 9/6 Girls'While Drill Sailor Costumes 10/0 NAVY SERGE, to Admiralty standard, i/6 per yard. This is REAL Navy Serge. WEST & CO.,^ndNoaut y Tailors The Hard, PORTSMOUTH 3000 PRIZES AWARDED AT .\\ ^ RECENT SHOWS WERE WON BY DOGS REGULARLY AND EXCLUSIVELY FED ON SPRATT'S Dog Foods. The most successful exhibitors throughout the World realize the importance of using these foods. DO YOU ? Samples of suitable foods for your dog will be sent free if you will state breed. SPRATT'S PATENT Ltd., 24. Fencharcb SI.. E.C. To BRAIN-WORKERS. Your best food is MARVIS FLAKED FISH\" Is a dry preparation In packets. Keeps indefinitely. No chemicals used. You economise in time, money, & digestion. These lit He ate fiakesof the finest fresh Cod- fish male a quick and appetising meal, rich in easily digestible nutriment. Males deli- cious Soupsi Omelettes, Fritters, & Soufflis Awarded Grand Prix wlthGold Medal Paris 1911 \". . . Of considerable nutritive value. The flakes contain 57*33 per cent, of proteid.\"—The Lancet. \"... No concentrated animal food even distantly approaches it. . . . A most nutritious, easily digested food for invalids and children.\" — KnwARn C C. Stanford, F.I.C., F.C.S. \". . . A very valuable addition tontir stock of nutritive foods. . . . Rich, sustaining, and easily disposed of.\" —A. Lock-hart Git.LFsriK, M.D., etc Ask your Grocer for 7d. packet, which U 2lh. of Pi.)i concentrated. Send 3d. for large Sample thicket and recipes: they will he a revelation to the housewife. mm a DVIC Q f**fl *. Star Yard. Carey St., LosnoM, MAKVI5 & lUi| wo. Work$: Wick. Scotland.

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. Foots' Bath Cabinet Hfc. health value of Thermal (Hot Air or Vapour) Bathing is an established . j ° . S 15 80 effec,,ve in preventing sickness, or for the cure of Colds, Influenza, Rheumatism, Sciatica, Blood, SVin, Liver, and Kidney Complaints. It eliminates the poisonous matters from the system, increases the flow of blood—the life current—freed from its impurities, clears the skin, recuperates and revitalises ihc bodv. ouicts the nerves, rests the . —™ ..... miiui—nccu mn us impuruies, clears jes and revitalises ihe body, quiets the nerves, rests the tir.cd, creates that delightful feeling of invigorated health and strength iliness. and is helnfn] in mmm v. ., recuperates creates that deiignum leeung ol invigorated insures perfect cleanliness, and is helpful in every way. Every form of Hot Air, Vapour, or Medicated Baths can be enjoyed privately at home with our Patent Safety Cabinet. When not in use it folds into a small, compact space. Complete, with SAFETY OUTSIDE HEATER, &c from 35'^ Write tor Bath Book, B 3, Pott Free. J. FOOT A8QN, Ltd. (Dept. B3),I71, New Bond St.,London,W. Your grandchild will Ik* sole to ute the Wake-Knot Cutlery and Plata you tray to-day, for It fi as durable an it Is artlstic. The knives ar* made from the flnest ■hear steel, and the spoons and fork* are very heavily plated on the highest grade nickel vilver. Do not be tempted to purchas* any cutlery unleaa you see the Wake-Knot. If any difficulty in procuring, writ* direct to FORD 6 MEDLEY. Ltd.. Cutlers and Silversmiths, SHEFFIELD. Cinematographs With our great combination Bioscope and Magic Lantern fortunea are easily made at home and abroad. The Bre witerjraph la the King of Cinematographs, right up to date, new movements, new patents, flickerless. brilliant. Colours and Revenei the Kuhje<-ts while in motion. Complete outfit* for start- Ing Picture Hall*. £30 to £50; 14 model*. Parlour Bioscopes, &3-1SB Immense stock of films at a third usual prices; all makes; list 3d. Portable Electric Outfits for Tent or Hull. Outdoor Peep- Bhow Bioscopes coin money, £12-I2a. CHEAPEST AND BEST IN THE WORLD. lOO.OOO Slides In Stock, cinematograph l.i«t, Bd Lanterns. 4d. Slides. 6d Ah supplied to Madame Pattl. Royal Polytechnic. Palace Theatres. Maharajah of Mysore. Dr. Ural tan fluinness. HUGHES & Co., Brewster House. 82, Mortimer Rd.f KINOSLAND, LONDON. N. MOUSTACHE A smart, manly moustache GROWS In s tew days by using \" MOUSTA,\" the guaranteed Moustache Forcer. Recommended by Dt, Griffiths as a first-class Moustache Grower Pro- daces luxuriant growth at any age. Box sent with Ihictors report. In plain cover, for 6d.. and M for ixwlage Send 7d. to S. T. DIXON * CO.. 4a, Junction rd„ london. n. Every true gardener whether seasoned professional or ambitious amateur —■ READS The GARDEN

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. S3 Complexions Lost—and Found When a woman loses her complexion she loses her greatest charm. A hard, dry, colourless skin is a sign of an unhealthy skin ; no ordinary face cream can remedy this ; hy stopping the pores with grease they only make matters worse. Use h i] ma i luor Cream (containing the wonderful Icilma Natural Water), w hich removes skin blemishes and their cause. The action of Icilma upon the skin is threefold—it cleanses, it clears, and it stimulates. That is why it is entirely different from any other cream. Icilma Fluor Cream is greaseless ; used daily, it produces an indescribable feeling of daintiness and healthy cleanliness which no other cream gives. It is so different that you cannot realise it till you have tried it. Icilma Fluor Cream. i/- per Pot, of good Chemists everywhere. PpCC OUTFIT containing samples of Icilma Fluor Crenm, Soap, Tooth Powder, ad. mCE VUlrll Icilma Shampoo Sachet (Wet), 2d. Icilma Hair Powder (Dry), etc., sent 011 receipt of 3d. stairps for postage and packing. ICILMA COMPANY, Ltd. (Dept. 50), 14a, Rosebery Avenue, London, E.C. NEPtune No.210 Price 5/6 No bettor Fountain Pen la made, or could be desired. Invarious styles 2.6. 5 6, 7 6 10(8 and 16 6. CATAL O O U E H you And a \" Neptune \" *SBfj which does not giveoompl»te SB;.' satisfaction, we will refund the -5» money. Obtain of your Sta- jj^f;.;' tioner or send P. 0. direct to us. aMfi? The RBV. Tatao LanN»ON,9, Great James St.. W.O., writes :—\" I hare uaed the ' Neptune 1 Pen for many yean, and like It better than ever.' FR E E ! New Pen Catalogue FREE. Send PoBtcard to Burge, Warren A Ridgley, Ltd. 9lja, gt. SavTRON Hill, Though so cheap, Sunshine Custard is as delicious and reliable as similar articles sold at five times the price. It doubles the enjoyment of luncheon or dinner. With fresh stewed fruits it is delightful. Sunshine Custard can \\k h.id in three flavours—Vanilla, Almond, and Lemon—in lib. tins (6(d.)making 24 pints. Ask your grocer aloHl it to-day. If he cannot sufi^ty you, write— SUNSHINE CUSTARD COMPANY, 70-71, Narrow Street, LONDON, E.

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. Lost Memories Restored—Bad Ones Made Good, Good Ones Better. Mind- Wandering Cured. Success at Exams. Made Easy. A Book Mastered in One Reading. FREE BY POST—' of Memory, 23, Thr world-famous Memory Specialist, Mr. C. L. Pelinan, guarant*** f double the power of your natural memory in a tnontb. The Pel man System of Training has be*n adopted by orer tuo.000 business and pro- fi-xhioii.il men and women, clerk* Exam. Candidal** and other*. It is taught privately by post in fire short spare-time lessons, Improvement commences immediately, remeruberiug at ooee becomes easier. The Pelman System is recommended by thousand* of past pupils and the Editors oi 500 British. Colonial, and Foreign News Memory Training.\" Send postcard to the Secretary, Wen ham House, Bioomsbury Street, :reet. Deanas : Club Arcade IkiMiiw : 29, FAMOUS 1 I dssswP^isW OXFORD I \"ATLAS\" LOCKSTITCH MACHINE QQS. ■v ■ . Equal in size and ^s»w quality to from Muslins to Carp* any machine. Sews 4 years' guarantee. To ensure satisfaction, sent on receipt of 5s. P.O. for ONE MONTHS TRTAL. RaUnc? can be paid 5b. MONTHLY. Write for designs and samples of work. Atlas Sewing Machine Co., 186k. High Street, Camden Town, London. Jacksons* Ltd. There is a certainty ot correctness in style and quality in every Hat, Raincoat, or Pair of Boots from Jack sons'. JACKSONS' FAMOUS HATS The best in style and make. All one price, 3/9. JACKSONS' FAMOUS MAGS AND RAINCOATS. The best in cut and shape. 21/- and 30 - JACKSONS' FAMOUS BOOTS. The best In wear and appearance. All one price, 10 6. Also in Ladies' styles and Jacksona\" Ltd. have branches In all large towns. If you cannot visit one. buy by post from Illustrated Style Book sent on request. v JACKSONS' Ltd., SUPERFLUOUS HAIR. Doctors Say There is a Harmless, Safe, and Sure Way to Remove it. Or. F. A. Star buck says i \"I feel Justified In Making the Assertion thai It la the Only Successful Method of Removing Hair.\" Every woman who is afflicted with superfluous hair will undoubtedly be glad to know that there is but one proper and logical method of getting rid of this

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 55 COLUMBIA The Composer of \"La Tosca\" says \" Perfect.'' PUCCINI—composer of \"La Tosca,\" \"La Boheme,\" \"Madame Butterfly,\" etc., says : \"I have heard Columbia Disc Records, and have admired the clearness of their tone and their perfect reproduction of the voice.—Giacomo Puccini.\" What greater proof can you need than the testi- mony of this creator of famous operas ? Columbia Records Grand Opera This remarkable series of new Celebrity Records includes Exclusive Records by CAVALIERI, BRONSKAJA, BONINSEGNA, CONSTANTINO, BETTINA FREEMAN, MARDONES, BLANCHART, and CAMPANARI— records that signalise an entirely new era in the art of recording the human voice. The Records are Double-sided, i.e., Two Selections on one disc at a price hitherto paid for single records. Prices: loin., 6s. i isin., 12*. 6d., 16e„ and one at 30.8. All Double-sided —all Doulile Value. Can be played on all GRAPH-o- phones, and other Disc machines. Artistic Grand Opera Brochure and Catalogues free on application: COLUMBIA PHONOGRAPH CO., GENERAL (Dept. S.) 27, Worship Street, London, E.C. LINA CAVALIERI The World-Famous Dramatic Soprano T HAVE just J. heard sa tuples Of the Records I recently matte in you r Laboratory, and am charmed to ^nd that you have succeeded in obtain' ing sut'h accurate, natural, and alto- gether lifelike re- productions 0/ my work. It gratifies me to know that my *riends will have an opportunity to hear me on Columbia Records hereafter, UNA CAVALIERI. Your height increased by a method which ti beneficial in acticn, comfortable in use. and Ideal In principle. TALMORE ADJUSTABLE HEEL CUSHIONS (f ^ THE ACME OF FOOT-EASE. 2/7 a pair, post free in U.K. / * Extra cork wedges. \\and Reo. I Id. pair, size of rit'iisv state foot- Recommended by The Lancet and medical profession. Worn In boot or shoe. Suitable for Ladies and Gentlemen. Being

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. Without Spectacles Without Operations. If yon suffer from old-sight, nenr-sifrtit, far-sight, or astigma- tism, and the headaches caused hy then*- eye defects; if your even are weak and sore from strain or are affected in any way, don't neglect them or resort to sjtcctaclen. but send for I>r Gilbert, Pet-rival's Eye Boole. This explains all about ** EY E8 \" — their functions, care. Ills, and a simple home treatment that has restored faultless vision to thousands. Its action is a gentle massage that stimulates circulation and gradually restores the eye t<> it* normal condition. Old-sight (Presbyopia) in particular is merely degeneration of the ciliary muscle and the crystalline lens, and Dr. Percival's Treatment revives normal refraction hy restoring the circulation and strengthening the muscles. It is perfectly safe and absolutely harmless, live minutes daily will, in a short time, render eye-glajiPktH unnecessary. Everylmdy should b-arn about their eyes and how to preserve their sight, and can have a FREE copy of this instructive hook (published pri'-e ]/-) by sending their full name and address and enclosing 91 (abroad 6 foreign) postage stamps to pay expenses. Don't put off. Send for it now, while it is in your mind Address: P. PERCIVAL, Nau Vita Eye Institute,, 18-119, Exchange Build- Cellular Clothing. See Aduertisement on Page2 of this Magazine. PONDS ARCH SUPPORTS a FOR FLAT FOOT & WEAK ANKLES THOUSANDS HAVE BEEN CURED! RECOMMENDED BY MEDICAL MEN. Worn by Children or Adults. Cures and Prevents Flat Foot or Weakness in the Ankles, They can be worn unobserved in any boot. Ladies', 4 9; Gent's, 56; Child's, 4 6 per pair. POND'S spTSScs AS U8ED BY ROYALTY. The best remedy for deformities of the toes and for the CURE OP BUNIONS. Recommended by hundreds of users. Can be worn at night without inconvenience. Pr.ce 3,9 each Sold by all bootmaker*, or of Send outline of foot for sixe. |H. J. POND, 21-23, CASTLE MEADOW, (Dept. L), NORWICH OFFORD 6» SONS, IMPORTERS OF AMERICAN CARRIAGES FOR SALE OR HIRE SOLE AGENTS FOR STUDEBAKER Send for Catalogue. 67 Geornt St.. Porta.n Sq.. London. ■WORLD'S Mrs. S. A. Allens Hair Restorer Quickly Changes Gray or White Hair to its Natural Colour and Beauty. NEVER FAILS.

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58 THE STRAND MAGAZINE. QUICKLY in the Klectrical Engmi ^Profession, where trained men are in briB, demand. Why be hard-worked and ill-paid in an uncertain berth? A course of training as given by this Institute will qualify you for more congenial work, better salary, and a permanent position. You can have our help if you will give us THE OPPORTUNITY of proving what we can do for you. Our free book, \"How to Become an Electrical or Mechanical Engineer,\" is the first thing you need. Send a postcard for a copy, and you shall have it by return. We train you in the following:— Complete Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering (Advanced), Electric Tramways (Special), Short Electrical Course, Electric Light and Power, Building Construction, Sanitary Engineering, etc. THE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER INSTITUTE OF CORRESPONDENCE INSTRUCTION, 427, Norwich House. Southampton Street, Holborn, London, W.C* PIANOS —Famous the World oVer. Cha9. A. Sterling founded the Sterling Factories in 1860. He was the sort of man who might be called \" old-fashioned\" to-day, for he thought more of the quality he could give than the price he could get. He loved the Piano for art's sake, and took pride in being able to give the musical world something distinctive and individual, and better than it had been in the habit of expecting. The Sterling Pianos to-day are as perfect as manufacturers of half a century's experience can make them. An output of ten thousand Pianos yearly is sufficient proof of their quality and popularity. An Initial Payment of £3-lSs. will secure one of these artistic instruments, delivered free. STERLING PIANOS can «Uo be had tiled with the \"Sterling\" Player Action, now univerially acknowledged to be the moil perfect combination yet Write for Particula s, Catalogues, Ac, to STERLING PLAYER PIANO, (Mcption Strakd Maqurn.) Look at the Feet of the People you Meet! Boots and Shoes indicate the character of the wearer to a greater extent than most people imagine The really smart man or woman always wears footwear thai looks smart, that feels comfortable, and that wear well — in short, Freeman, Hardy & Willis' goods, There are over 450 F.H. & W. shops in this country, each shop selling the same high quality goods at the same reasonable prices which have made their foot- wear popular the world over. Wherever you see a KB. & IV. shop, if you ivant footwear buy it there. To places where we have no branch goods sent by post on receipt of order together with remittance. Foreign re- mittances must include cost of postage. THE CLASSIC.

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62 You CAN'T ■ Get Wet! However fast the rain COmes down, however long you are out in it, you Can't get Wet if >ou wear ^M one of the guinea water- ^V^^^ft proof coats known as PRATT'S 'LYTEMAC Perfectly ventilated, and guaranteed to stand any climate. Single Texture, 21/-, weight about 24 oz*. Packs into a very smalt com- pass. Or in Double Tex- I turefor heavier wear, 20/-. Either wtigkt guaranteed Ind is pen sabl e for, Week-ends, Men's Sports, Golf/ jjjver' Sea, or Colonial Wear. t Bend ehsst bhmois and one Guinea, or 30 - for the double \\ texture coat. Patterns upon application to actual makers— | G. PRATT & CO., Colonial Outfitter*. 148, Leadenhall Street, London, B.C. 'Puoxe: Avciiul' 6346. SCOTCH TWEEDS. Very best qualities only In the latest Designs. SUITINGS & DRESS GOODS (SPECIAL VALUE). Write for patterns and particulars, post free from ROBERTS, SOMERVILLE St CO., CALASHIELS. Tattooing SUTHERLAND MACDONALD. UNDER HIGHEST ROYAL PATRONAGE ANY DESIGN. ALL COLOURS. See Article in Straxo Maoahse. April. 1887. TURKISH BATHS. 76. Jermyn St.. London jMOCfWAINl Highly recomiinmUd hy Medical Men. ISoMeelin Iland. \"ffevtive and Light. K-iuaUy comfortable in an erect, or reclining position, Consultation* and Price Lists Free. Insist on having White's Trusa. Thorn be-iring the Co.'* MHM are alone tcnuine. All kinds of Klaatic Goods. Belt*, etc jolrf by the Store* (Artnyit Xary. »fc.t Whiten Mix- Main Patent Lever Truss Co., LtrtL 0*. Shaftesbury Ave., Piccadilly I Circus London. 1-uly Consultant Kiwlly mention ihmSfnpitetn*;. HOVIS BREAD The Highest Standard of Nourishment. Hovis Bread yields more than twice as much usable nourishing matter as ordinary bread or the recent so- called standard or 80% bread—not merely because it contains this addi- tional nutriment, but also because ALL THE NUTRIMENT WHICH HOVIS CONTAINS IS DIGESTIBLE AND USABLE BY THE HUMAN BODY. Dr. Robert Hutchison, the greatest living authority on

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64 THE STRAND MAGAZINE. Foors Bed-Table. Tk Adapta Patented. Can he instantly raised, lowered, reversed, or inclined. Extends over bed, couch, or chair, and is an ideal Table for reading or taking meals in bed. To change from a flat table to an inclined reading stand, simply press the button at the top of standard. It cannot overbalance. Comprises Bed - Table, Reading Stand, Writing Table, Work Table, Music Stand, d Table, etc. NO. 1.-Enamelled Metal ParM, with Polished Wood Toy BX 7 6 Ho. a.—Ditto, with Adjustable Side Tray and Auto- matic Book-holders fa* Bhutnud) ■ ■ .. £1 15 0 Mo. S»—Complete as No. 2, but superior finish , - J32 6 O Mo. «.—Complete as No. 2. hut Nickel-Plated and Pollened Metal Paru *3 3 O CARRIAGE PAID IN QREAT BRITAIN. Write for Booklet A3. J. FOOT & SON, Ltd. ^.tM^S! Bed A.. Superb Brush, Bound English Workmanship, and Mechanism of recision and Durability are combined to give the Ewbank . its accredited position of the . WORLD'S BEST SWEEPER The Bwbanks are sold Everywhere at 10/6 to 28/6 Ask to see the latest Ewbank Patents, the Ball-Bearing Brush and the Corner Buffers — the last word in the development of a perfect Sweeper. EVANS' PATENT (POCKET) ^™ Cigarette Machines. These Machines are beautifully made and finished m Nickel Stiver and guaratUetU to make perfect Cigarette* LONDON It matters not where you are, you can always make your own Cigarettes and have them nice and fresh every day. The Machines make tho ordinary size Cigarette. Sold by Tobacconists, Stores and Fancy Goods Dealers. We will send one of the above Machines, to- gether with 900 specially cut Cigarette Papers for 2/6 post free. Foreign order*

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 65 A Beautiful Form and No More Hollows.\" HOW I ENLARGED MY BUST 6 INCHES IN 30 DAYS. When my chest was flat and my shoulders thin and hollow, I thought that I must have been destined by Nature to go through life without knowing the charm of a full, beautiful bust. 1 faithfully tried every method I could hear of, but without obtaining any result, and I do not believe I would have ever possessed my present superb development had I not accidentally discovered a simple process which enlarged my bust six inches in thirty days, and wrought a complete trans- formation in my appearance. If every lady who longs for a beautiful bust could have seen me before I used this remarkable process, and then look upon me again to-day, she would surely feel that nothing less than a miracle could have produced such a marvellous change in so short a time. Yet this same treat- ment was tried by ten other ladies with undeveloped busts, and the results obtained within a few days utterly astonished the medical and scientific investiga- tors, and in a few weeks each of the ten ladies had obtained a most marvellous enlargement of the bust. Next it was tried by fifty ladies,and the same marvellous enlargement was obtained. Mme. C. Sire, of Montreuil- Bellay, says : \" The result that I have obtained from the Venus-Carnis Treatment convinces me that it can always be used with success.'' This is a simple, easy pro- cess that any lady can use at home without the knowledge of anyone, and 1 am so grate- ful for what it has done for me that I feel I should reveal my secret to all my sisters who need it. Simply address, MARGARETTE MERLAIN (Dept. 8i6b), 85, Great Port- land Street, London, W., and on receipt of penny stamp for postage, I will send you particulars by return post in a plain sealed envelope. Ladies who fear that their busts may become too large should stop the treatment as soon as they have obtained all the development desired. Rupture Cured STUART'S PLAS-TR-PADS arc different from the painful truss, and being self-adhesive they hold the rupture in place without straps, buckles, or springs fi^r P \"-s. --cannot slip, so cannot chafe or press

66 THE STRAND MAGAZINE. The Lightest Hat of its kind in the whole world — weighing but lj-ozs. The \"AERO\" FOLDING FELT ii a hat which should form part of the ward- robe of all men who value a combination of Comfort and Good Style. Primarily intended for Neglige Wear—it serve* that purpose through and beyond. . . For Evening Wear . . Garden Wear . . Golf . . Cycling . . I funis . . Boating—for all but strictly formal occasions—this hat is ideal in every rcepect. . . It is practically waterproof; heavy rain might penetrate it. but would not injure it. It is made in the following colours: Dark Green. Light Green, Light Brown, Dark Brown, Grey. Black, and White. Price - 4/6 - post free Postage to Colonies and Abroad, 6d. Extra. . . In ordering by post, please state the rize of hat usually worr, and the colour required. Remittance must accompany all orders, but the hat will be exchanged if not approved, or the money refunded.. Please mention \"Strand Magazine.\" orri HATTERS & OUTFITTERS, Central Establishment A Mail Order Dept. 388,STRAND,LONDON,W.C. Cure for ASTHMA GIVES INSTANT RELIEF. No matter what your Respiratory OrBU may be Buffering from—whether Asthma. Influenza, Nasal Catarrh, or ordinary Cough —you will And in this famous remedy a restora- tive power that is simply unequalled. A Free Sample by pott. In Tin-. 4V jd. British I>ci*ot—46. Holbom Viaduct. I.onu-in. Alvo of Newbery 8t Sons: BarcUv & Sons; J. Sanger St Son: W Edwards Ac Son; May. Korx-rts St Co.: Butler &• Cnspe; John Thompson. Liverpool, and all Wholesale Houses. PADMORE BILLIARD TABLES were selected for the CHAMPIONSHIP OF THE WORLD, 1 the AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP IN WALES, 1910, and the AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP OF IRELAND, IS Photo Illustrated Catalogue on application to - THOS. PADMORE a SONS, Oootractnri to H.M. Govern- ment 118. Edmund Street. Binning* On Approval, by Post, or Rail. PHOTOS

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 67 F.MEREDITH CLEASE THE INVENTOR t°hfe CLEASE METHOD OF STRETCH. Stretching is the Underlying Principle of Mr. C lease's System of Exercise. It is the only Natural Method for Curing or Removing : — Obesity Dyspepsia Prominent Hips Sleeplessness Constipation Liver Disorders Protruding Abdomen, Weak Heart Indigestion Narrow Chest Organic Weakness Colds Weak Back Stunted Crotvth Nervous Ailments Lack 0/ Symmetry Imperfect Develop- Slackness [meni Out 0/ Breath Pujffiness You naturally desire to know more at>out such a unique CULTURE. You cannot do better than write for the CLEASE FREE BOOK. HEALTH-GIVING It will open your eyes as to what can be achieved in the way of HEALTH HAPPINESS, SYMMETRY OF FIGURE and . rrT „m 1 PHYSICAL FITNESS-by adopting the System used ■ by PRINCE GEORGE OF GREECE and number of other well-known people. CUT OUT COUPON (or write), and post it at once ; it will possibly save you pounds in Doctors' Bills. RW* New Bond London. W. CLEASE INSTITUTE, ift BOOK COUPON F. MEREDITH CLEASE, 124, I For cleaning Silver. Electro Plate &C- Goddard's Plate Powder Sold everywhere 6' I* 2'g & 4'6 WARRANTED FIFTEEN YEARS. PACKED FREE. CARRIAGE PAID. Ten Days' Free Trial. Save Dealers' Profits. MEAD Coventry Flyers Puncture-Proof or Dunlop Tyrei, Coasters, 4c. _ J? O tf CASH OR EASY r row A JC * m Uo * PAYMENTS. £00 Shop-soiled and Second-band Cycles from 1ft/- Write at once for Free Art Catalogue and Special Offer on latest Sample Machine. AgenU wanted. MC All CYCLE CO., Dept. 50 D. lYl LHU 11, Paradtte Street. LIVERPOOL =:TRADE MARK:: The above Is a reduced photo- graph of a warranty seal affixed to every brass bedstead treated under the \" Varnoid \" (Reg.) Process. 1 - \" This is the label, Madam. It guaran- tees that the Bedstead will retain the brilliant finish you are admiring, and will not develop those ugly black spots and

68 THE STRAND MAGAZINE. The 1911 \"Brown\" Motor Bicycle The 191 I \"BROWN ' erobodic, every modern improvement, including ball - bearing engine, adjustable valve tappets, B. & . B. carburetter (improved model with handle-bar control), magnet- ignition (chain driveo). variable pulley, new design or Its, foot-rests, and belt rim brake. spring fork Price complete, with Spring Forks, etc. • £48 the B. k B. carburetter. etc., etc. .Instructire articles on the Care nti.l Manage- tetit of Motor Cfclat, and Defects and their Remedies are ...o included. Even if you are not at the moment con- sidering the purchase of a motor bicycle, do not !.- • • .t to send for ' The Book of the BROWN. \" It it tree for the ashing. BROWN BROTHERS, Ltd., Dept. Y, IS, Newman St., Oxford St., W. Wholesale: Great Eastern Street, B.C. ; X Deansgate, Manchester; and Paris. TRAVELLING BASKETS public hare long since recognised that Trunks, very fragile articles in the hands of railwny por- ters. Ownurtothe rough UMigethcyare subjected to they soon come to pines. Baskets, owing to their mode of eonsti uction, cannot be broken; they are light, neat, and strong ;mnde in flat top anil arch t*»|i, lined inside with waterproof cloth. Prices from 13/- each. carr. t aid Illustrated list A.7. post free.-G. CRAVEN k SONS, 93, (NON- COMBINE) WALL PAPERS Direct from tho Makers at HALF USUAL PRICES. Wwti for Sample Patterns Fkke, to Co., Ltd., T Dept., 32, London Rd , 8 E. DEAF or BLIND The TSON METHOD WITHOUT OPERATION effects marvellous cures in Eye and Ear Diseases, Deaf- ness in it* rarledforms, Noises in the Head and Ears. Ear Ditwhariie*,etc. Write for testimonial*) and printed form of vi. - ii- to be answered, sent free Mr. ISON, tx-uliot and Aurist. I Hons Eye and Ear Dispen- sary. Ltd.. 71, (it. George St.. Leeds. (Established 1871.) SEE THAT SP0T#? VIVA removes INK, TAR. GREASE. PAINT, and stains >f every description from Woollen }<h*U. VIVA renovate* Clothes. T:ti>e«- tries, and Carpets like new. without injury to fabrics, Sr.f»D7d.To-ii*T tor LaaoI Tis to— HEDLKY S. HUNT & CO., ». EAP.aiNonox Roan, LnNDON. EC.

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 09 THE TURVEY CURE For Drink and Drug Habits. THE TURVEY TREATMENT, which is universally known as the most satisfactory method for eradicating: the crave for Alcoholism and Narcomania, and can be taken at home without inconvenience, not only suppresses the craving for Alcohol and Drugs, but actually creates an antipathy for them, and, while perfectly harmless, acts as a revivifying tonic, building up the wasted tissues and invigorating the whole nervous system. Mr. LABOUCHERE. in Truth, says : \" Theii treatment has had really good results.\" Mr. THOMAS HOLMES, the famous Mission-worker, writes : '.' Your patients have become bright and hopeful—in fact, new men.\" Mr. W. T. STEAD says : \" The Turvey Treatment has an immediate effect in setting up a physical repulsion for the use of alcohol.\" Case 5.169R, sent by LORD ROSEBERY, states: \"Since being placed under the Turvey Treatment by Lord Rosebery, over three years ago, I have not touched anything in (he way of alcoholic l.quors. I am immensely improved in health.\" A letter from LORD ROBERTS states : \" Lord Roberts is much interested in the case of the Sergt.-Major, as showing the efficacy of the Turvey Treatment.\" Patients ana others interested are cordially invited to call, write, or telephone for particulars: Secretary TURVEY TREATMENT ASSOCIATION, Ld., 49a, Maddox St., New Bond St, London, W. Telephone: 3406 May fair. Telegrams: \"Turvert, London.\" LISTER'S TUBS . . for Palms & Shrubs add a charm to Drawing-Rooms, Vestibules, Balconies, Corridors, etc Beautifully Finished in Teak & Oak, They Form IDEAL PRESENTS. Write for Illustrated Catalogues to— R. A. LISTER & CO., Ltd., DURSLEY. I BUSCH 'TERLUX PRISM BINOCULAR CIVE8 3 TIMES MORE LIGHT, HIGH POWER, AND FINE DEFINITION. Of ALL OPTICIANS. Diploma for Gold Medal Awarded. LORD CHARLES BERESFORD said : \"They are certainly by far the best glasses I ever used. Our list contains the largest selection of Prism Binoculars made by any one firm in the world. They are designed to meet the want of all who require a reliable aid to vision at a moderate price. Post free from— EiyilL BUSCH OPTICAL CO., .IS, Charles .street, Hatton Garden, London.

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. TAEGER *J PURE WOOL *\"Jobe u>cll-drcssecL,hcalthq.& comfortable. u>car\" J AEG E R.\" Corsets. \"SIMONE.\" Fine White Wool \"Taffeta.\" 14/11 Corsets to suit all fig- tires. Correct in shape & fit, making move- ment & breathing free. The Porous Wool used for Jaeger Corsets, makes them more com- fortable and healthy than or- dinary corset materials. The steels and bones are very pliable; the workmanship and finish are the best obtainable. Under and Outerwear, Nightwear, Wool Sheets, Camelhair Blankets, Shirts, Pyjamas, Golfers, Blouses, Dressing-Gowns, Socks, Stockings, Caps, Boots. Shoes. &c, &c, for Ladies, Gentlemen, and Children. London— 126, Regent Street, W. 456, Strand, Charing Cross, W.C. 102, Kensington High Street, W. 30, Sloane Street, S.W. - 115, Victoria Street, S.W. 85 & 86, Cheapside, E.C. Illustrated Price List, post free, Adc'ress in other towns sent on stppUcatiom HINTS FOR SHOPPERS. Every day the advertise- ments warn you to \" beware of substitutes!\" What is a substitute? It is something the shopkeeper offers you instead of what you ask for. It may be \"just as good\" as what you ask for. On the other hand it may not. If you ask for HOE'S SAUCE it is because the name \"HOE'S\" is your guarantee. It is not'JAEGERS unless, tt bears the Jaeger name. article, and see that you get what you ask for.

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. Put the CLEMAK side by side with the safety razor offered at a guinea. You will then see it is the equal of the other razor— and costs you 16s. less. Then why pay a guinea ? . . . A'ote how carefully the CLEMAK is made—the perfection of every detail— its beautiful finish. Look at the blade —feel its keen cutting edge—no other blade could shave your beard more easily than that. The CLEMAK RAZOR, costing 5/-, is silver I The CLEMAK STROPPING MACHINE plated; it includes 7 blades and stropping costs you but 3/6< including a good leather strop, handle in handsome case. ' Its use ensures a keen blade for every shave. The CLEMAK Razor and Stropping Machine costs together but 8/6. Then why pay a guinea ? OF ALL STORES, CUTLERS, &c, CLEMAK R T pOSt AZOS CO., Bllllter St., London. Cherru Blossom Boo The pleasantest as well as the quickest polish to use. Free from all disagreeable odours and inferior materials. Waterproof, preservative. Mansion Polish Best and quickest for stained and parquet floors, linoleum, and all kinds of furniture: id., 2d., ad., 6d. tins. Of Grocers, Oilmen, and Stores everywhere. CH1SWICK POLISH CO., Hogartb Works, London, W. Polish For all boots and shoes, black or brown, box calf, glacc5 kid, etc. id., 2d., 4d., 6d., of Grocers, Oilmen, Boot- makers, etc. Outfit, 6d. and 1/3. Free Sample of Cherry Blossom Boot Polish, Buttercup Metal Polish, and Carpetine (Chiswick Carpet Soap), sent on receipt of id. stamp to cover postage.

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. Cleanser and Mouth Wash In One Polishes the teeth to dazzling whiteness, while its fra grant antiseptic foam reaches every part of the mouth- neutralizing all tooth-destroying acids, preventing discolor at ion and decay. Strong's Arnica Tooth Soap comes in a handy metal box—nothing to break or spill. A convenient cake that insures beauti- ful teeth, healthy gums, and a sweet breath. At your druggist, I/-. Strong's Arnica Jelly Keeps Your Skin Smooth No need to endure the discomfort of sun- burn or winter chapping. Apply with finger tips, rub gently into pores. In collapsible metal tubes, 1/-. Of all chemists, or post free from Thos. Christ)/ it Co., 4. 10, <f 12, OldSwan Lane, Uplxir Thames St., Loudon, B.C.; Wm. Roberts it Co., Spencer House. Finsburt/, London, B.C.; Andre Wautres, Antwerp, Belgium. Guaranteed under the Food and Drug Act, June 30, 1906. Serial No. 1612. - [3] C. H. STRONG » CO., CHICAGO, U.S.A. THE LONDON MANUFACTURERS. BUY DIRECT AT FIRST COST FROM THE ALFO8CO FACTORIES. Carriage j,atd on all goods to any part of the United Kingdom. no.96o. coat & Skirt Costume. 1fVft Made in Allkn Fostkh k Co. * new Striped Melton Cloth, or in their Sped ante Serge and Marvella Cloth. Alt colours IpatterriB post free*. Smartly cut Coat, panel hack, single-breasted, trimmed side silk braid, buttous, guunllct cuffs Skirt with panel front and back, trimmed tailor stitching. Marvellous Value for 10 6. Sent carriage paid to any address In the United Kingdom. -je—1,. - Write for Patterns I fTV^^\" and Illustrated Sketch Book of Spring Fashions In Coats, Costumes, Skirts. Dresses, ate, sent Post Free, Design No. 233, 4 11. Latest Style In COSTUME SKIRTS. Made in Allies Foster k Co.'t Vicuna Twill Cloth, bright. finiBh.guaran- teed to wear well. Trimmed teii rows of tailor stitching, wide silk braid, silk buttons, box- pleated back. Width of Skirt, 2* Yds. Colours: Navy, Brown, Green, and Black. Marvellous value for money. Price only 4/11, carriage paid. Order at once. axle 7v rosT: 47, Golden Lane, Barbicor ]R & Co., London, E.C* Coronation Gift

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 73 Cultivating the Condition to Enjoy the Pleasures of Life. PRONOUNCEMENT OF SUPREME IMPORTANCE TO ALL WHOSE HEALTH PREVENTS THE FULLE8T ENJOYMENT OF LIFE'S COOD THINGS. Mr. Eugen Sandou/ Offers to Explain Personally or by Letter Without Charge or Obligation to Readers of \" The Strand Magazine\" His Remarkable Method of Flesh Reduction and General Tone Improvement. I am a great believer in enjoyment. Pleasure is more than the spice of life. It is as essential to well-being as well-being is essential to pleasure. Now I am going to make a statement which I want every reader to test personally. The examination will, I am perfectly sure, convince that I am not extravagant in my pronounce- ment that The pleasures of the table without fear of an aftermath of dyspepsia, Mental pleasures, Physical enjoyments of every kind, As well as the luxury of living, are not realized as they should be by one man or woman in every ten. My pronouncement goes farther ; for I claim that the delightful assur- ance of a free participa- tion in all reasonable desires with immunity from any ill after-effects is within the reach of certainly nine out of every ten men and women who to-day are lacking in just that tone and vigour which alone enable the keenest en- joyment of anything and everything. That is why I take this opportunity in the columns of The Strand Magazine to especially explain the great object of my ambitions and the Institute I direct—i.e., the promotion of the enjoyment of life by means of enabling the men and women who consult me and follow my advice to shake off the health troubles which are the only barriers between them and the fullest realization of all that goes to make life worth living. \"Oh I that this too, too solid flesh would melt.\" Take one instance. What a tremendous sacrifice of physical comfort and enjoyment is traceable to the \" too, too solid flesh which creeps so insidiously upon the still youthful society, pro- fessional, or business man, and seems as though it specially singles out the most charming young matrons for its unwelcome infliction! It is not only the appearance and figure which are improved by following my advice, but the health and stamina are at the same time built up and the dangerous constitutional changes inseparable from obesity entirely eliminated. Obliterating Traces of Life's Wear and Tear. It is not only the society man or woman who falls out of condition and finds life becoming a burden. Workers in every sphere, whether then- mental or physical energies, or both, are sub-

74 THE STRAND MAGAZINE. The Electric Cure is Popular As Pleasant as it is Effective. It is grand to put on an electric battery while lying down resting, and feel its exhilarating influence in every nerve and muscle. There is no inconvenience attached to it in any way. One hour's daily application is sufficient. There is not the slightest shock or irri- tation, but a gentle soothing warmth that goes direct to the nerve centres. That kind of electricity cures, and the cure it gives is permanent. People will sometimes try an ordinary battery (made, no doubt, for commercial purposes), or a shocking current that irritates the nerves, and conclude that electricity is not suitable. It will not do any good in that form. The current must be given without shock— without irritation of any kind—and in this way the very weakest ^individuals can l>e built up. No person is too weak to use electricity. In such cases a longer building-up process is required. Hut the results are just as certain as water is to extinguish a fire when supplied in sufficient quantities. If a proper battery is used it is possible to apply a very strong current, free from all inconveniences. How much more pleasant it is to be cured in this way, while ^sting, than to be pouring medicine into the poor weakened stomach until it is impossible to do without it F This drug habit grows on one like the whisky habit; and no wonder, as alcohol forms the chief ingredient of many preparations. It is simply adding more poison to the weakened organs. Why not stop it ? Rheumatic sufferers, those crippled with Lumbago, Sciatica, or Gout, the victim ned stomach, kidneys liver, bowels, or bladder ; the person with the shattered nervous ,nd suffering from Paralysis, Epilepsy, Neurasthenia, Insomnia, Neuralgia, or Heart Trouble, should seek a restoration of health in the electric cure. Don't say, \" It might not do me any good.\" It will do you good if you resort to the right means. It will cure you. I Imtc i- ;\\ book for tree distribution among all renders of this magazine which covers this subject fully. You should nut l>c without it if you are not in possession of perfect health. It tells the cause of weakness and disease, and how a cure can be gained. It describes the most successful remedy known, the \" Ajax \" Dry-Cell Body Battery. 1 he history of many cases is sent with the book. It costs you nothing to get it. Writo at once to— THE BRITISH ELECTRIC INSTITUTE W),25,HolbornViaduct,LondoD.Ec. *7 i of weakeni system an £100,000 FOR A PICTURE. || A Chat on the Collection of Original Drawings. We know you cannot afford to pay this price for an original to adorn the walls of your home. Even if you could, we have nothing in our stock at such a price. Are you fond of original drawings ? Do you like to see the walls of your rooms well furnished ? We believe we are not wrong in saying that ninety-nine people out of a hundred are, in their heart of hearts, artistic. Can you satisfy your artistic cravings by purchasing prints? Prints are all very well in their way—we have nothing to say against them— but when they are on your walls you must realize that thousands of other people have the same subjects, printed in the same way, most probably framed similarly too. WE offer you our original drawings, so that you can say: \" Here is a unique specimen of art, It is mine. It is the actual product of a clever man's intellect. 1 knoW that no other home in the world possesses one like it.\" We can give you this feeling. Our readers must know that we possess a unique collection of original black and white drawings. We have been publishing them in our magazines for years. The best artists have drawn for our pages, and these drawings have been most carefully preserved. They are at your service. We should like to send you a batch on approval. You have only to ask. A parcel will be sent you by return. When you have them, furnish your walls with them. \" Furnish \" may sound a funny word to use in connection with the walls of a room, but badly-furnished walls make a badly-furnished home. The prices we charge for these drawings are moderate; they range from 5/- upwards. Address all Inquiries to the CLICHE DEPARTMENT (S). GEORGE NEWNES, Ltd.. 3-13. Southampton St., Strand. W.C.

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 15 FlavouK^uji^KpeFraifJuicfs \"It's as good to-day as when I bought it! — thus writes a possessor of a \"Swan\" Fountpen after having used it constantly for 18 years. Many other users have written similar appreciations. Just think of it—the same pen hour after hour every day for years—unchanging. Would it not be worth your while to become a \" Swanite \" ? BE SURE YOU GET THE 'SWAN' The Pen that's made right to write right! Prices -from 10/6 Sold by all Stationers and Jewellers. Write /or Catalogue. Post Fret. MABIE, TODD & CO., 79 & 80, High Holborn, London, W.C. Branches : 38, Chejipside, K.C. ; 95a, Regent Street, W. ; 3, Exchange Street, Manchester: 10, Rue Neu»'e, Brussels: Brentano's, 37, Ave. 5e See the new \" Swan • Safety \" Fountpen, with screw-on cap and \" ladder \" feed. Can't leak, blot, or miss. May be carried anyhow. Riley's Billiard Made In sizes to6t any room,yet m scientifically designed and built that,. DO matter what the size, the came played 00 each table is , the correct full-size table name. You can have a ays' free trial at our expense. Riley's Miniature Billi- ard Tables to fit on your own dining table from £3/7/6. The 6ft. 4in. size, £5/5/0. is suitable fot most rooms. RILEY'S Com- bincd Billiard and Dining Tables Iron £13/10/0 to £24/10/0. prices Include all accessories, carriage to nearest railway station* k or cany payment*. FREE on receipt of post-card, full detailed Illustrated Catalogue Of Billiard A Dining tables. . J. RILEY, Ltd., Union Mills, ACCRINCT0N. tendon Showrooms: 147, AldtpttaU St., B.C. Every Man Needs a watch that can be relied upon to always give exact time, and the need Is fully supplied by my 50 - SILVER REAL ENGLISH LEVER. The works are rqual to an iSc'.. Lever Watch at £20, Watch exchanged, or cash returned, it not approved. Before buying Watch, Clock, Jewellery, or Plate, send for my Price List with i,ooo illustrations, post free to any part of the world. A Single Article at Wholesale Price. SAMUEL EDCCUMBE, Manufacturer and Importer, 11, Cornwall St., PLYMOUTH.

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. Kusless\" Collar No Muss No Koss that can be buttoned or unbuttoned without loss of temper or mussing. Send shape, size, and depth with P.O. 3/3 for half dor., or 6/3 for dor., post free, to KUSLESS CO., 41, Nicholas St., BRISTOL. N.B.—Terms to Trad*. CONCENTRATE *m who cannot attend cannot leam. Attention is, therefore. in business, study, w->rk. play- in everything. The irse. SCIENTIFIC CONCENTRATION.\" small feel, hy carefully graduated exercises, how to Ui attend, and how to apply this power to Memory, ing. Thinking. Control over Miud and Body, Self- U-ntinV < 'oncentration* in \" The Basic Study \" f->r i well in any sphere ; it In isjsj ■mlnsjnwj study (or tun to specialise, Bend TO-DAY for Free Booklet to CONCENTRO\" CO.. 10. CENTRAL BUILDINGS. WALLSEND. NEWCASTLE ON TYNE. AST « ■ SHORT-LEG Effectually Concealed UNSIGHTLY HIGH BOOTS ABOLISHED. Appliances supplied to the War Office, Principal Hospitals, etc Gold Medals & Awards obtained, London, Paris, Chicago, etc. FLAT-FOOT. THE NEW PATENT ARCH SUPPORT CAN BE ADAPTED TO RELIEVE ANY CASE OF FLAT FOOT. Pamphlet Free on mentioning Tni Btrand Magaehce. State particular, of --«*e. Address: THE O'CONNOR EXTENSION CO., Surgical Boot Specialists, 2. BLOOMSBURY STREET, LONDON, W.C. Telkphoke: \"21*2 Gerhard.\"

THE STRAND MAGAZINE 77 DEAFNESS DEFEATED The 8TOLZ ELECTROPHONE nut only enables the deaf or partially deaf to hear plainly, but in lime, safe degrees, it cures their deafness permanently. It is rea a small pocket telephone, most scientifically constructed. It is quite simple, cannot get out of order, aitd has cumbersome apparatus about it to attract attention. It Is less conspicuous than eye-glasses, and over £o,coo people now use it. A leading London Aurlst says: \"It Is the most efficient aid to hearing ever Invented.\" WriU for gratis amifastfree Illustrated BookUt, to the STOLZ ELECTROPHONE CO. (London), LIMITED. Head Office: Byron House, 85, Fleet St., E.C. West End Office: 199, Piccadilly, W. Livkim*'k>i. -iVntnilBulMiiurs. 4i, North John Street. Bih 'imunam—Central House, 75, New .Street, Makchkstkk—M ann( i e Id Chamber!. 17. St. Anne's 0a. Li KDR-li Otley Rout, Hcad- ingley. Sur.rtiFXD — \"Vine Work*.\" 38. Upper 9L I'hi li jut Road. n i: u Maritet St. Hm.L-38. Savil« Street. Qunoow Gorton Chnmbers, 90. Mitchell Street, Bid.*ast— 17, Royal Avenue. Ihmi.i.i—% Gmfton Street. BitisTtiL — 8. Sr.. Augustine's I'.li-i.Uv Bum—ff. Queen s Street. BaWMTOJl— lft, Western Rontl. Hore. bnrfmm H Church Street. Fkancc—15. Rue tie Treri^e. <;kkma*t -B. B.Ca«el. StifUtl Soitth A rate* 9-17. Frankfort A M. Ukuiivn —G. Wychaert. 3. Rue Aistkalia— de la Coupe, Brunei. Auatralasii 8r*is — Antonio Eaeubos Y. SydneT. N.S.\\V_ Cirona. 14. Plaza de Cata- UifiTitD Statu--48, Wwt 54th nun, Barcelonn. Street, r\\ew York City. Russia—A. A. Allan, Nevsky, 8L Petersburg. Nva — Justus Burgman. Koustindustin Anstaiteii. Stockholm. Isdia—J. Murray & Co., 12. Government Place,Calcutta, Hteiitu-nKniMT Martin WHAT WOULD YOU GIVE for a PERFECT SKIN ? Is 3d. too much ? You Suffer from Skin Sickness, Pimples, Spots, and Redness. They may lead to Eczema, with Its Terrible Burning and Itching. MANY PERFECT SKIN8 TO-DAY ARE TRACED TO A SINCLE SAMPLE. Hasten and save your skin and health by writing at once to those famous London chemists, John Pepper & Co., Ltd., Bedford Laboratory, London, S. E..-, for one of their free packets of samples containing Sulpholine Soap, Sulpholine Skin Powder, and Sulphur Pearls, and enclose id. stamps for postage, or if you require a full list, one shilling will bring per return of post a full size is. bottle of Sulpholine Lotion, together with all the above samples. Sulpholine by its depurative action quickly clears the skin from Spots, Blotches, and Blackheads, as, indeed, all facial blemishes emanating from surface Blood, ami in the shortest time restores

78 THE STRAND MAGAZINE. FOOT'S TRUNK NO CRUSHING. NO CONFUSION. The Bottom is as accessible as the Top. Every article is instantly get-at-able and can be removed withoutdisturbing remainderof contents. Separate compartment* for Linen, under and outer Gar- ments. Articles of Toilet, Hats, Boots, etc. The easy-sliding removable drawers facilitate (racking and economise space. Drawers divided to suit customer's requirements. MADE WITH 2, 3, OR 4 DRAWERS IN FOUR QUALITIES AND SIX SIZES. Write lor Booklet, \"TRUNKS FOR TRAVELLERS,\" No. 3 Salt Makers— J. FOOT & SON, Ltd. (Dept. T 3), 171, NEW BOND 8TREET, LONDON, W. IteeiSTCKED • Perfection in Serge The Real Nsvy Serge, as supplied to ihe Admiralty, ii impervious to wet or damp, unaffected by sea water, unshrinkable, and will retain its colour in any climate. The Best Wearing Serge for Ladies, Gentlemen, and Children. WriU to-day for Pattern*. )-o*t frte. • »ta ii«*T. >mti Carr. \\ ai ' throughout the United Kinottoni. PATTERNS FREB ON APPLICATION. Contractors to the Admiralty, Tomato Catsup There are others, but insist on CD. There's nothing so delicious with hot or cold meats, fish, or fowl. A teaspoon- ful before a meal gives you an appetite. All Grocers and Stores sell It. and It Is 3d., 6d.. or II- per bottle. CORONATION LINENISED MUSIC ROLLS GO (For all Piano Players) cQ comprising Hymns, Anthems, Sfi Marches, &-c, are now available. You have the satisfaction of Ijj securing the best at the lowest Kj price, when you purchase \" Linen- 8§ ised\" Music Rolls. These Rolls ffl are British made, perfect in Rn notation, phrasing, and tempo, and [§ besides being best and cheapest, $j last longest too. R Special!;/ adapted fortht Colonics and America, Send for Catalogue Cz, or Call. The Perforated Music Co., Ltd., 94, Regent Street, London, W. Factory & Head Office: 197- 199, City Rd., B.C. Scottish Branch: 99. Princes St., Edinburgh. Liverpool Agents: Messrs. RUSHWORTH A DREAPER. Ltd.. 11 to 13. Islington. TWO GREAT NATURE BOOKS 9* a** By GRANT ALLEN. A POPULARISER OF SCIENCE, Mr. Grant Allen has been called the

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 79 IThe Fenton Pottery C° DepTd2 RoyalFenton Works. Fenton. Staffs REAL STAFFORDSHIRE COMBINATION PURE WHITE SEMI-CHINA AS THIN TEA 8, BREAKFAST SERVICE AS CHINA & MORE DURABLE 53 PIECES 10/6 A BARGAIN DIRECT FROM FACTORY DINNER SERVICE 15/ FREE* SAMPLE TEACUP & SAUCER SIX PENNY STAMPS 53 PIECES 10/6 A BARGAIN GOODS SHIPPED TO ANV PART Of THE WORLD RO.0.& CHEQUES PAYABLETO FENTON ' POTTERY . C? \" ALBUM. POST FREE illustrated in 35 colour s *60ld _ SHOWING DINNER , TEA. CHAMBER & TRINKET SETS. WRITE TO DAY. glass suites a, c t c over soo illustrations . The Fenton Pottery C? DepTd2RoyalFentonWorks.Fenton.Staffs A MARVEL OF BRITISH ENTERPRISE REAL STAFFORDSHIRE COMBINATION TEA & BREAKFAST SERVICE send POO to day A MAGNIFICENT DESIGN & SHAPE 53 PIECES/ THE'GEISHA'f RICH ART I SAMPLE TEA CUP 8. SAUCE P 6° STAMPS DINNER SERVICE TO MATCH .47 PIECES FLOWING BLUE AND BEST ENGLISH GOLD 12/6 FREE GOODS SHIPPED TO ANY PART OF THE WORLD ART POTTERY ALBUM POST FREE illustrated in 35 colours 8. gold _ _ SHOWING DINNER -TEA CHAMBER & TRiNftET SETS WRITE TO-DAY glass suites »c a.c over soo i.lLuS\"^«IionS 16/6 Ease and Comfort in Shaving. No one can shave you so carefully or so \" exactly-to-your-liking\" as you can shave yourself. If you have had no experience of self-shaving, try a Gillette. The Gillette is the one razor that needs no learning—the curving blade ensures that it is used correctly. It is the

So THE STRAND MAGAZINE foots ui urn Adjustable finttL Constructed on a new and improved principle, which enables the occupant to change the inclination of the back or leg-rest, either together or separately, to any desired position, meeting every demand for comfort and necessity ; made with single or divided and extensible leg-rests. No other Wheel Chairs are capable of so many adjustments. Wheel Chairs of Various Designs from Write for Catalogue F3. J. FOOT & SON, Ltd., KSSSS,^; 171, NEW BOND STREET, LONDON, W. So that every lady may test for herself the great supt-riori.y of Daggett & Ramsdeirs Perfect Cold Cream we will send a dainty sample, together will] booklet showing how to use it, post free on application. Daggvit & kamsdell's Perfect Cold Cream contains only the purest and most beneficial of ingredients, and will not turn rancid. No other preparation can com- pare with it for maintaining and restoring a healthy delicate complexion. Travellers'Tubes, price 6d :/6 and 2/-, or in jars, 1/6, 2/-, 3/6, 6/3 > Oj all Chtmists and Stor ' * DAGGETT &RAMSDELL , Manufacturing Chemists, ORANGE ST., IAVMARKET, KIOT« MAKINC A SUMMER SITTINC- FURNISHINC OF A CHILDREN'S ROOM. Illustrated. DECORATING WINDOWS. MAKINC COSY CORNERS. HOME-MADE SPARE BEDROOM. Illustrated. SHOWS YOU THE VEST WAY OF USING THE FURNITURE YOU HAVE COT. Of all Bookseller!, or pott free 2d. from GEORGE NEWNES, Ltd., 3-13, Southampton Street, Strand, London, W.C.

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 81 Economical Cooking in SummertimeX Are yon quite satisfied with your arrangements for Cooking in the Summer? You like to consider comfort and economy? A kitchen range heated by a coal fire is neither comfortable nor economical. To get sufficient heat in the oven you have to keep a fire that makes the kitchen like a furnace. The ordinary gas stove, with its four or five burners, is certainly not economical. THE\"DUCK\" OVEN Combines COMFORT and ECONOMY. GAS or OIL. A single gas-ring or a \" NOVIC \" Wickless Oil Stove will heat it, and the Oven gets hot immediately. You can cook a large joint of meat, pastry or pudding, and two kinds of vegetables : you can boil water and warm plates and dishes, at the same time, for the insignificant cost of Ijd. The \"DUCK\" Ovens are light and portable : require no fixing, and can be used everywhere. The ideal Cookers for CAMPERS-OUT, YACHTSMEN, PICNIC PARTIES, etc., etc. Sold by leadinj suitable for g Ironmongers, Stores, etc, in ! households of two to ten persons. Prices from 1916 to 44/6, CREE An interesting Booklet, all about the \" DUCK\" Ovens, sent free ■ on application to the Sole Manufacturers and Patentees:— J. JOHN MASTERS <S ANDREN, Ltd., 106. Lightship House. Gt. Tower St.. London, E.C. important you should have the best. Eat BERMALINE ■ BREAD ■ An 'Extra Bed' always ready with this handsome SETTEE-BED novelty. Adapted in a moment. Invaluable for Flats, Bungalows, House1 mats &c. r>r).1Q C Carriage Paid \"ISf-D ln Britain. Solid fumed oak. Iron frame, wire -i i ■ mat- tress; 2ft. .tin. by 6ft. 2in. | jacks flat. Complete with sterilised woollen flock squab in cretonne, two cretonne pillows. 22in. square, can- vas platform and cretonne valance Simple, durable. At Sftt-f. |l economical, unique. Send 'Tnti ur, Li-it Free. « P.O. ©r Cheque. £9-19-6. BO WEN & MALLON, 185 7, Flnchley Road, London. N.W. lUDAi^R One dressing keeps i»ths clear for 19 months. 1 to 35 Strength. 4 gallons 8 8: «0 gallons, 50. (free package). 1 to 10O Strength, a - for 100 square yards S gallons for 2.000 square yards, 28 -. r'ree kugen. 1 arriage jutd ; other sixes, see list LUDA CHEMICAL CO.. Dept. 15. Penketh, Warrington. KEEP COOL I If you want a GOOD, RELIABLE. CHEAP REFRIGERATOR, »— G. LEPTWICH A CO., Ice Merchants to M.M. The King,

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. The Reason Why *^ you should use BORWICKS BAKING POWDER , ^ is that one teaspoonful of it goes ^ ^ as far as two teaspoonfuls of most W other makes of L* Baking and Raising Powders. 3 Test Calox Tooth Powder FREE Every time you brush your teeth with CALOX, you cleanse and purify your mouth, teeth, and gums with OXYGEN. How very delightful the experience is you cannot know until you try CALOX. Calox does all every other dentifrice does—and more Send us your address, and we w ill send you a box of Calox free of cost, to try. Calox ts ordinarily sold in non-wasting metal boxes, at i/ij everywhere. THE OXYGEN TOOTH POWDER To get the fullest benefit from Calox, use the Calox Tooth Brush, which enables you to reach every part of every tooth perfectly, i/- everywhere. 6. B. IEIT k 80.18. Ltd.. 75. FtrriigdM U., London. P..C FOR PRIVATE HOUSES Chimney- sweeping and Drain-olearing Machines. Specially designed for Private House . Country Mansions, Hotels, Farms, etc. They are alw ays useful, and last a lifetime. W. & G. ASHFORD, A Barnt Green, Birmingham. The Flor do 'Caps the Lot' It is THE safe Cigar to offer a friend. FLOR DE DINDICUL CIGARS. Price 3d. each. 5 for 1/1; 50 for 10 3. Of any good tobacco- nist, or port free from the Importers: BlWT.AT k . I.t.l . «. Strmn.l. W r THE DANGERS OF SUMMER. If Summer has its delights it has also its dangers. What more fatal to the Com- plexion than Freckles, Tan, Pimples, Sunburn, and other disfigurements to those who \" dedicate their Beauty to the Sun ! \" Ladies exposed to the hot sun and dust will find ROWLANDS KALYDOR most Cooling, Healing, Soothing, and Refreshing to the Face. Neck. Hands and Arms ; it praserves the Skin from all Irritation and disfigurements caused by the hot weather, makes it beautifully soft and smooth and realises a healthy purity of the Complexion. It is sold in 2'3, 4 6, and 8 6 bottles, by Stores, Chemists, and Rowland's, 67, Hatton Garden, London.

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. Contents for June, 1911. ,, The rights of translation and reproduction in the contents of this number are strictly reserved. Frontispiece : \" ' Lie still I' said a soft voics. ' Please—please lie still! '\" A CAPTAIN OF THE AIR ... Illustrations by Rene\" Bull FRANK SAV1LE 633 HOW IT FEELS TO BE CROWNED. Queen Anne Boleyn—William and Mary—Queen Anne —George IV.—The Empress Josephine—Queen Victoria. Illustrations from Paintings ... 640 THE JOYOUS ADVENTURES OF ARISTIDE PUJOL WlLUAM J. LOCKE 648 IV—The adventure of the Kind Mr. Smith, illustrations by ai« Bail. FLASHLIGHT1NG Illustrations (rom Photosraphs FREDERlC G. HODSOLL 660 A MISCALCULATION Illustrations by W. Dewar E. M. JAMESON 667 LAUGHTER Illustrations from Photographs and Caricatures 677 THE DICKENS STAMP Peggotty's Hut at the Festival of Empire 684 Illustrations from Photographs and Drawings. THE CHEESEWR1NG ... Illustrations by A. K. Macdonald E. BLAND 686 THE BEST DERBY WINNER I EVER SAW ... A Symposium of Leading Racing Men 697 Illustrations from Photograph* and Notes by Mr. W. Allison, of \"The Sportsman.\" SOME CORONATION STORIES ... Illustration, by E. T. Reed SIR HENRY LUCY 704 THE OUTCAST ... Illustrations by Dudley Hardy. R.I. ... E. PHILLIPS OPPENHEIM 711 PIGEON PHOTOGRAPHERS What France and Germany Are Doing 720 DUAL CONTROL Illustration, by Will Owen W. W. JACOBS 725 AN ARTIFICIAL ARTIST ... Illustrations from Photographs FREDERIC LEES 732 THE WONDERFUL GARDEN. Chapter X E. NESBIT 736 A Story for Children. Illustrations by H. R. Millar. FINGER-PRINT \" SQU1GGLES \" Written and Illustrated by RICHARD KERR 744 PERPLEXITIES. Puzzles and Solutions ... Illustration, from Diagram. ... HENRY E. DUDENEY 746 A MOUSE COLLIERY lllu.tration from a Photograph 747 CURIOSITIES AND PROBLEMS ... lllu.tration. from Photograph, and Fac.imile. 746 FASHIONS OF THE MOMENT 86 | INDEX TO ADVERTISEMENTS 106 INDEX TO VOLUME Facing Advt. 18 W*T NOTICE TO CONTRIBUTORS—MSS. and Drawing, mu.t be .ubmitted at the owner', risk, and the Editor will not guarantee their aafety, though when .tamps are enclosed he will endeavour to return them. MSS. should be typewritten. THE STRAND MAGAZINE is printed and published monthly by the Proprietors, George Newnes. Limited, 3 to 13, Southampton Street, Strand, London. England. Subscription price to any part of the world, post free, for one year, 10s. (Canada. 8s.6d.). Registered at the General Post Office tor transmission by Canadian Magazine Post. Entered a. Second-class Matter at the New York. N.Y.. Post Office. Case, for binding volume, of THE STRAND MAGAZINE may be obtained to order from Booksellers for Is., or post free for Is. 3d. direct from the Office. American Agents : The International News Company, 83 and 65, Duane Street. New York. IV Most of the Original Drawings of the Illustrations In th.s M^gaz.ne are for sale. Terms may be had on application to the Cliche Department, George Newnes, Ltd., 3-13, Southampton Street, Strand, W.C. ANALYSIS PROVES THAT PLASMON CUSTARD contains SO TIMES more nourishment than ordinary Custard Powder. Ordinary Custard Powder o'4 nourishment. Plasmon ,, ,, 21*3 ,, NO EGGS REQUIRED. A 4d. packet makes 4 pints of CUSTARD IN PERFECTION. PLASMON IS USED BY THE ROYAL FAMILY. If You Value Your Complexion You Should Use IBEET HAM'S 1 a-rola This Dainty Toilet Preparation protects the skin against the effects of Sun. Wind, and Hard Water, and prevents Roughness, Redness, Irritation. Tan, etc. Will keep your skin In a perfect condition all the year round. Renders the Skin Soft and White, and adds a charm of youth to the complexion. Of all Chemists and Stores. M. BEETHAM AND SON, CHELTENHAM.

84 THE STKAND MAGAZINE. The Keeley Treatment For the Cure of Alcohol and Drug Inebriety. This cure has been under the constant observation of an Honorary Committee ot Peers and prominent Gentlemen for the last sixteen years. During that time the late Canon Fleming has been chairman ot the Committee. Among the other members of the Committee are The Right Honourable Lord Montagu or Beaulieu, The Hon. H. W. Forster. M.P.. The Rev. R. J. Campbell, M.A.. Richard Burbidge, Esq., and others. In their last Report they have unanimously affirmed that their confidence in the Keeley Treatment is complete. This Report can be had free on application to the Secretary. So great has been the success of the Keeley standing the addiction, or how much has been taken, the result is invariably the same—a cure. No constitution is too delicate for the Keeley Treatment. Patients are given the utmost freedom ; there is absolutely no confinement, and, until the remedies render it unnecessary, they are allowed their usual amount of alcohol or drugs. About one-third of the patients are ladies, all of whom have apartments outside the Institute, of their own selection. \"It Really Cures.\" 11 It really cures. It dots what it professes to do.\" Such is the emphatic testimony of Mr. Kardley- Wilmot, the well-known secretary of the Church of England Temperance Society, who for some years lias had the Keeley method under close observation in this country. The treatment takes four weeks for alcohol (for drugs five to six weeks), and is carried out in the United Kingdom only at the Keeley Institute, 9, West Bolton Gardens, London, S. W. (Telephone 427 Western), or by special arrangement we can send one of our physicians to the patient's own home, or to travel with patient Treatment that the hundrud-and-one imitations and substitutes which have sprung up in its path are but a natural consequence. However, the Keeley Treatment Is not an experi- ment, as are the imitations and substitutes, but a tried and true success which in the last seventeen years has won its way by its cures. More than Half a Million have taken the treatment, among them 17,000 physicians. Does not this fact alone speak volumes ? And twenty per cent, of our patients come through the recommendation of their family physician. It is a well-recognised fact that Inebriety is a stubborn disease and cannot be cured with a few self-administered home remedies, but, to effect a care, must be more carefully treated than almost any other disease. The Keeley Treatment is always administered by physicians, who have made a special study of Inebriety. After carefully inquiring into the history of each patient, and making a thorough physical examination, they treat each case according to the condition of the patient. No matter how long- PYJAMA SUITS < shrinkable and fast colours, 3 for 14/ I! list ration), lc newest designs of Ceylon Flannel, material that makes sleeping luxurious. Un- ^.Q Per \" .tores. • Priced at 7/11 in most 1 Finest Quality SILK AND WOOL PYJAMAS, w / suit; per suit; \" JAYENESS \" CEYLOM SHIRT ( When ordering Pyjamas state chtnt and iraist measurement nnd site of collar

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 85 The Doctor's Manifesto In order that the public may get genuine standard bread made according to the Doctors' Manifesto, the famous firm of Millers, Charles Brown 6- Co., are now milling and supplying Bakers with Brown's D.M. Standard Flour. Ask your baker for BROWN'S m STANDARD BREAD made from Charles Brown & Co.'s D.M. Flour. You will then know that standard bread is far more delicious and appetising than ordinary bread, as well as being far more nutritious. //your baker cannot supply it, send p.c. to Dept. S. for list of local bakers who do sell Brown's D. M. Standard Bread. CHARLES BROWN 6- CO., Waddon Flour Mills, Croydon, Surrey, and Tower Bridge Flour Mills, London. K. A. * Ua

Coronation Styles. FASHIONS 1911. OF THE MOMENT. A Smart Travelling or Motor Hat. Fig. i.—The smartest and most convenient hats for motoring, or, indeed, railway travelling, are those of the \"crushable\" variety, which can be folded into a small compass, although composed of fine straw. A big bow and drapery of rainproof silk forms a light-weight trimming. N washing materials fine white lawn is particularly popular for this summer's morning shirts and blouses, decorated with fine Irish hand embroidery and Cluny lace. There is a marked revival of Valenciennes lace as a trimming this year, principally on blouses of all-over coarse Irish lace or broderie, the bold pattern designs of which have a gathered outlining of this trimming lace. Hand embroidery plays a prominent part in the trimming of laundry fabrics, an inno- vation being the working of natural-looking fruit designs in place of the recent conven- tional floral patterns. By \"EvE.\" The Broderie Coat. Fig. a.-Tucked cambric, edged with cornflower, blue linen, forms the novel collar and sleeve finish.

87 You have the Judgment of the World's Greatest Musicians to rely on when you buy a PIANOLA PIANO 'T'HERE can be very few, if any, to whom the prospect of playing all A the music they desire does not appeal. You, of course, appreciate how illimitable is the pleasure which music of your own production can afford you. There is nothing that you cannot play on the Pianola Piano. Practically every living musician has expressed in writing his or her apprecia- tion of the Pianola. Many of them own Pianolas. So you have all the weight of expert testimony behind the Pianola. You must al--o remember that this consensus of approval is behind no other instrument. This remarkable fact proves two things. Firstly, that you are losing a great deal of pleasure if you do not own a Pianola Piano. Secondly, that you would be making a very serious mistake if you bought any other instrument There are three pianos which are combined with the Pianola: Steinway, Weber, and Steck These three are pianos of international reputation with factories in both the Old World and the New. This world-wide fame, as against the localised demand for all other pianos, justifies the conclusion that the Steinway, Weber, and Steck are the best pianos in the World to-day. You are invited to call and play the Pianola Piano at j4£olian Hall or to write for full particulars, mentioning Catalogue \" F.\" „OlMT«t H.M TMI KlNC The Orchestrelle Co., AEOLIAN HALL, 135-6-7, New Bond St., London, W. <.«

88 THE STRAND MAGAZINE—SUPPLEMENT. Broderie Anglaise, as I prophesied a month or so since, is now much seen in the fabrication of smart little coats and skirts composed wholly of the broderie, also in dresses. A pinafore blouse of embroidery is worn over a finely-tucked lawn or cambric chemisette, while the knee 'skirt of lawn is several times tucked to form the heading Fig. 3 .—Green leave* form the foundation of this pretty hair wreath for a bride's coiffure, between which the orange blossoms are daintily arranged. A Pretty Head Dress for a Bride and Her Maid. Fig. 4.—This very pretty lace cap of semi- Dutch persuasion is fashioned on fine silk- covered wire, lined with chiffon; a string of large pearl beads is drawn loosely round, ending in a large cabuchon of pearl beads, which fastens the graceful plume at left side, the stem of which Is also ornamented with graduated pearl beads. to a deep gathered flounce of the embroidery, the foot part being scalloped. Another style for broderie has a whole skirt of the material and also what may be termed a style of Russian coat of the same, the top of which, however, is cut in a low yoke or pinafore effect, to permit of wearing a tucked net or cambric chemisette with sleeves beneath. Some of the smartest designs in fashionable footwear are seen sketched on page 90, where this season's daintiest boots and shoes, both for ladies and children, are faithfully repro- duced. In these days no such thing as discomfort in boots can be for a moment thought of; be the models ever so smart and new or different in shape, comfort is studied, if not more, at least as much as, cut. Boots and shoes, however, whether plainly or smartly cut, cannot be expected to last and keep their shape unless they are good ; they cannot be expected to wear well if too cheap a price is paid—or rather, I should say, the cheapest pair of boots in the end is the good-priced one. The illustrations show No. 1 as a lady's black patent summer walking shoe, with flat, corded silk bow ; No. 2, child's black strap ditto; No. 3, child's two-strap brown glac^; No. 4, lady's brown walking glace, with very broad laces and large eyelet holes: No. 5, dainty white doeskin booti- kins for baby, with white silk pom- pons and white enamel buttons; No. 6, lady's court shoe of bronze satin with grey shot stripe ; No. 7, lady's pantoufies for the boudoir, of pink quilted satin turned over with white satin ; No. 8, baby's shoes of coloured quilted satin ; No. 9, lady's black patent, laced

Sg Your Frequent Longing for Musical execution may be gratified at once. There is no more need for you to yearn in vain for the \"ability to express, through the medium of musical sounds, your ideals and ambitions. The restrictions hitherto placed upon you by limited technique may be immediately removed, and you can, at your own pleasure, indulge in delightful music, all the more sweet and appreciated because you are the master spirit. The tano enables you to do this as surely as though you had the training and genius of a l'aderewski, and is a permanent source of pleasure to every member of your family and your friends. For hand playing it is unsurpassed, the beauty of tone, sympathetic touch, and general design and appearance of the various models rendering it the delight of all who hear it. The Exclusive Features by means of which the \" Autopiano \" enables you to get these individual and human-like effects are the \" Kastonome,\" the \"^Etronome,\" the \" Correctoguide,\" the 'Kanncr,' London. \"'Soloist,\" the Kastner \" Reliance\" Motor, and Patent Flexible Fingers. The \"Autopiano\" is made in combination with the following celebrated pianos, Broadwood, Rachals, Lipp, Allison, Challen, etc., and can be secured by a small cash deposit and trifling deferred payments. Utmost value allowed for ordinary pianos in part exchange. Call at once and hear the \"Autopiano\" or if unable to do so, write foi new Art Catalogue No. j and full particulars of easy terms foi purchase. KASTNER & CO., Ltd., 34, 35, 36, Margaret Street, Cavendish Square Corner, (Second turning on left going from Oxford Circus to Queen's Hall), London, W. Manchester Sample Exhibition and Northern Roll Library, 1, Police Street, St. Ann's Street (Facing Deansgate— First Floor*. INSIST ON SEEING THIS TRADE MARK ON THE FALL NONE GENUINE WITHOUT. Uln^utapiano

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THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 91 CAPTAIN: 'YES. THAIS THE SUKESI CUKH hOK SKA-SICKNESS Good News for Travellers. Horrors of Sca-Sickncss Banished! A well-known Paris Physician has discovered a certain cure for Sea-8iCkne88 or Train-Sickness. lie has successfully localized the cause of this dreadful disorder in the optic layers, striated bodies, and spinal bulb of the brain, not—as was commonly supposed—in anaslhesia of the stomach. The formula of \" Delphinine \" was the ultimate result. \" Delphinine \" acts powerfully and directly through the brain on the stomach, with the result that, in the very roughest weather, the worst cases of sickness are immensely relieved and at least go per cent, are absolutely cured. But—\" Prevention is better than Cure,\" and \"Delphinine\" should be used for the marvellous preventive it is. Absolutely harmless in composition, it can be taken even by children and the con- stitutionally weak, while robust travellers will be pleased to know that there is no change in diet required except abstinence from coffee. \"Delphinine\" is presented in tiny tasteless tablets taken two at a time, every fifteen minutes for an hour. Prices : 2/6, 4/6, and 9/-, post free. Sole Agents for United Kingdom :— UCDDETI I ki Pfl Foreign Chemists, Strand, Haymarket, & Piccadilly, nCrrCLL Ot OU.j w., LONDON; also at 181, London Road, LIVERPOOL. Prepared by WE1TZ, Pharmaclan. 8, Rue de Duras. PARIS. Local Agent!»«— MARSEILLE— Pharmacie Raybaud, 7, TUMI8—J, Avenue de Paris. Rue de la Repuhlique. ORAM—Fharmacie Ge I* Prefecture, BORDEAUX—Pharmacie Riviere, 8, Place Kleber. Rue St. Catherine. BOULOCNE - SUR - MER-43, Grande LE HAVRE—113, Rue de Paris. BREST—2, Rue de Paris. [Rue. CHERBOURG-58, Rue de la Foutaine. OALAIS—18, Boulevard la Fayette. ALCER—3, Place du Government. DIEPPE—30, Grande Rue. BE OBTAINED AT ALL RELIABLE CHEMISTS. \"I have no hesitation In stating that the • Delphinine' remedy of Dp. Flasschoen Is the true specific against son-sickness, and I endorse the enthusiasm It has excited among my colleagues.\"— Dp. FERRO y FERRO, Inspecteur de Voyage, &c. PARIS— Pharmacie Langlois, 4, Boule- vard de la Madeleine; Gde. Phar- macie de France, 13, Place du Havre ; Pharmacie Anglaise, 6a, Avenue des Champs Elysees. LYOM—Grande Pharmacie Lyonnaise, Place de la Repuhlique. CAN

92 • THE STRAND MAGAZINE—SUPPLEMENT. Fig*. 6.—The charm of this costume Is Its tailored simplicity, the model being designed to exhibit the virtues of linen and pique for early summer \"tub\" costumes, though fur present wear this cut may be admirably expressed In aluminium-grey or Parma violet cloth. A paper pattern (No. 754) can be supplied for 1/0*} poi' * Suits for the Coronation. Fig. 5- — A smart travelling costume of fine navy-blue serge, the collar and cuffs being finished with striped blue and white silk. The same design is also intended for Tussore, with black and white ribbed silk trimming, the seams piped smartly with black silk. A pattern (No. 708) can be supplied of this suit for i/oi post free; particularly becoming to a stout figure. children the \" Phat-pheet \" models are to be recommended for their natural shapes. Powdered magnesia is best for cleaning ight or white suede, while brown leather requires to be washed thoroughly with soap to entirely remove all dust before applying brown boot cream of a good, recognized make.

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 93 BARRATTSHJfc ZUG'SHOOTING BOOT DOUBLE WATERTIGHT TONGUE This boot has stood the test for years. Thou- sands of Farmers, Gamekeepers, and Sportsmen ar» wearing them regularly and with universal satisfaction. Where others fail our famous \"Zug\" Boot proves successful. DESCRIPTION.-No. 1120. BeHt Stout Waterproof, \" Ziift\" Grain Upprra, t\"i>«*'ial design, double tougne. wuU;rti(ilit to top of Iwot, hand •tit<:heil with wm thread at side scann. whole cut v;inii\\ »Umt solid Engttafa leather MM* waterproofed by patent proc-csa and nailed in frroupt ot [brat to prerent slipping. The \"Barratt\" System of sizes and widths. All our Meii'i Boots are made in eiftht different site* : 5, 6, 7. H, 9, 10. 11 mine 12, 1 - citral. Each ■il« In four ditfrrent widths. No. 3 width ifor slender feetl; No. 4 (medium) ; No. 5 (wide); No. A lextra wide.). When ordering limply it ate size and width required. Boots exchanged In caae of misfit. 128-PAQE CATALOGUE FREE on receipt of 3d. i<xwt of posts*! only). Thin will show you how tosare pounds in your family Boot hill. W. BARRATT & CO., LTD., The World's Leading \" Boots-by-Post\" Specialists, (Desk 16), Sterling Works, NORTHAMPTON. REYNOLDS' UNBLEACHED WHEATMEAL BREAD Awarded SO Gold Medals. Always contains the full natural products from choice quality wheat—including the GERM and SEMOLINA. Famous for its sweet flavour and easy digestibility. Order fr om linkers. Grocers, and Stores. J. REYNOLDS & CO., Ltd., Millers. GLOUCESTER. TWIN GRIP Paper Fastener Holds Top. Bottom and Middle Papers with Equal Grip. The Orderly Desk Habit is the TWIN GRIP HABIT OF MOST STATIONERS- If unable to obtain locally, send 7? for bo* containing 100 to The ASA. tP.24. HOLBORN.EC. I THE STEREOSCOPIC CO.'S New \"Luma\" IPrismatic Binocular Gives Four Time, the Field of View of an ordinary Field Glass. Price complete in Sling Case, £4-17-6 (HoM*e» tent on Approval on receipt of rt/erenee. Full Particular! of Priimatic Field Glasses free from THE STEREOSCOPIC CO.,

94 THE STRAND MAG AZINE—SUPPLEMENT. One of the most important items of women's wearing apparel is certainly the corset. Its beginning dates back to prehistoric times, when, as a girdle in varying forms, it was adopted by the inhabitants of almost every clime— men and women. Had its use depended merely on being an article of clothing it is very probable that it would have quickly died out, after the manner of fashions, and have been subject to revivals, according to the dictates of La Mode. But from the savage who first realized that knotting the girdle tighter and tighter allayed the increasing pangs of hunger, and the would-be strong man who girded up his loins for the lifting of heavy weights, another reason made itself manifest—the necessity of preserving the youthful shape of the figure after age or the eating of much food began to leave its effects. This brought about the gradual increase of width in the girdle or waistband until it reached the bust and covered the abdomen. So for these fundamental reasons the corset has remained, and its many evolutions are seen in the perfect examples of to-day. Naturally, in the attainment of perfection the good- class corset was always an ex- pensive item ; but now that it really seems as if the high- water mark of excellence has been reached attention natur- ally turns to its manufacture at a reduced price, and thus it is fiiat to-day corset-makers are able to offer their best at prices in fair proportion to the quality of the corsets. Really good, well - made, and comfortable A Washable Corset. corsets are now cheap for the prices charged. The exigencies of fashion, medical requirements, and per- sonal comfort all demand atten- tion in the perfect corset. If it be too cheap and ill-fitting in any particular no amount of dressmaking skill can make amends ; on the other hand, a really well-corseted figure is a delight and acquisition to the modern costumiire. To be well corseted, however, must not be confused with tight-lacing ; in fact, it is the reverse. The essential features of the latest corsets are ease and comfort to the wearer, graceful and artistic lines, and the necessary body support. Especially during the summer is a washable corset desirable, and these are now being made with quite simple but wonderfully convenient devices for abstracting the bones and busks before sending them to the washtub. They are, too, quite cheap—from 4s. ud. Although so inexpensive to buy ready-made, readers may yet be pleased to fashion these themselves, and accordingly a pattern of these corsets (as Fig. 919) can be ordered from this office, for a 22in. or 24m. waist, price 6^d. post free. The quantity of coutille or cotton brocade required is stated on each size pattern. As shown on Fig. B, the inside of the corset is finished with a strong strip of material at top and bottom and a shaped piece for strengthening the waist- line. The whalebones are simply stitched into tape covers (as Fig. A) and fitted into stitched slots made for them in

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 95 1310 Side-Spring CORSETS The corsets that give the most graceful figure yet are most comfortable —the side'Spring makes them so. MODEL iJ10.—A delightful model with long subdued hips and abdominal lines for average figures. Modelled low in the bust and under the arms. Made of substantial Venetian Cloth in White and Dove — also in Broche, White and Blue. hose Supporters at front and sides. Prices from 3/11 to 10 6. Of Drapers, Ladies' Outfitters and Stores everywhere. Write for J.R. Illustrated Catalogue. J.B. SOLID SILVER THIMBLE will be sent free In exchange for tab taken from any J.B. Corset and six penny stamps. J.B. CORSET FACTORIES, Gt. Ancoats Street, Manchester, London Showrooms: IS, Fore Street, B.C.

96 THE STRAND MAGAZINE. THE ,4LITTL! AN ISLAND. THE GEM OF THE IRISH SEA. // tile xaere asked to name the most favoured spot for a holiday on earth. We should unhesitatingly answer, \" The Isle of Man.\" HERE shall we go for our holiday?\" This is a question which becomes acute in June, and decision is most difficult, involving as it does so many considera- tions. People would like to go here, there, and everywhere, hut there are other conditions which have to be taken into account. And, as a rule, the people who ask the question decide, at the last moment, to go to some place they know, some nearby resort, to which they have perhaps been dozens of times before. Indeed, there are holiday- makers who go to the same place year after year, simply because it is loo much effort to decide on going to some holiday land with which they are not familiar. This going off on the line of least resist- ance does not insure the most interesting or helpful L THK EXPRESS TURBINE STEAMER \" BEN-MY-CHREE. holidays : indeed, on the other hand, it is almost a guarantee of stagnation. There is value in holidays. Living in any resort costs about the same, and the value lies in what is seen or enjoyed for the cost incurred. Thus, you may dump yourself down in one little commonplace seaside town, the actual interest of which, apart from the fresh air and restful atmo-phere, can be exhausted in an hour. Thousands of people spend their annual leisure in a place which is little more than a pier, a promenade, and an indifferent band. Or, on the other hand, they might have a holiday which gives them more of life in every way, restful surroundings, fresh air, quiet but changing beauty, many points of interest, new manners and customs, a complete change of environment. And such is the best holiday. Any seaside town may give pure air and rest, and extreme monotony. Hut it is possible to find some seaside centres which give rest and pure air without monotony —indeed, add to the holiday constant variety which heightens enjoyment, and in a very acceptable measure is a pleasant educational process as well. Such a holiday may be enjoyed at the Isle of Man. Have you ever thought of the Isle of Man? Do you know where it is or what it is ? Mere words hardly convey its charm, and yet, so far as this article goes, some attempt at least might be made. It is a little island set like a gem in the fragrant, breezy Irish Sea. Not far off, yet far enough away to give an entire change of scene and atmosphere. The very people, their habits and dialect, are different. The Isle of Man is a complete change. From Liverpool, or Fleetwood, after a two hours' sail, this gem-like garden of the Irish Sea shows itself on the horizon. Steering with due course towards the isle A picture glowing with colour bright.—Othello. The hills stand up against the sky, green and gold in the sunlight, for the Isle of Man is a little emerald isle which grows more beautiful the nearer one gets to it. Not to have seen this tight little, bright little island rise from its home in the sea to greet you is to have missed a picture which lingers—a grateful

THE STRAND MAGAZINE. 97 GO TO THE Isle of Man FOR Pleasant Holidays ! The unrivalled Holiday Ground for everyone seeking change. It provides: — Boating & Bathing Deep Sea and Golf, Cricket, Yl i • in the lineit open- D * t\" 1 • 1* • I achhng, fiSftC\"\" River fishing, lennis, etc. Splendid Roads. Magnificent Scenery. The energetic visitor to the \"Little Man Island\" will find in its small area a wide range of sports and pastimes, while those seeking a complete rest will find it there. 7 Hours' Journey from London. flllfHgc POSt FrCC Official Guide, List of Hotels, Boarding and Lodging Houses in Town and Country A * A VV» dLstrjc[Sj Steamship Sailing Arrangements, post free from VV. E. Tongue, Official Information Department (under the Manx Government), No. a, Coronation Chambers, Douglas, Isle of Man, or 37, Imperial Buildings, Ludgate Circus, London, E.C ISLE OF MAN For Speed and Comfort travel via LIVERPOOL (Sea Passage hours) and FLEETWOOD (Sea Passage 2^ hours) by the magnificent new Turbine Steamers BEN-MY-CHREE & VIKING, AND OTHER FIRST-CLASS EXPRESS PASSENGER STEAMERS. An Ideal Holiday Route to or from Ireland and Scotland Is via the Isle of Man. SMF WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED GUIDE, FREE (postage id.). ISLE OF MAN 8TEAM PACKET CO., Ltd. (Dept S.M.), Douglas; and Water St., Liverpool. (Incorporated in the Isle of Man.) Hotel Sefton, Douglas, Isle of Man. A first-clan hotel with an exceptionally :: reasonable tariff. IJaT* Write for charming Tariff Booklet and Guide to Island (post free). Walter Keio, Proprietor. SEAFORTH Boarding H ouse 25, Loch Promenade, DOUGLAS, ISLE OF MAN. IWorc deciding where to stop during your stay In Douglas—write for full particulars of Seaforth Boarding House, a comfortable Holiday Home, where the Cuisine fa excellent, and Household Arrangement* nil thai can be desired. Splendid Situation and centre for Walks and all Amusements. Write for fun particular* to the MISSES KELLY. PUCKER'S TREVELYAN,' Queen's Promenade, DOUGLAS. HIGH-CLASS BOARDING ESTABLISHMENT. Select, Healthy, and Unique Position. Over 50 Good Bedrooms. Dinner, 6.30 p. m. Separate Tables. Excellent Cuisine. 6/- to 7/- per Day. LOUNGE. Strict Personal Supervision. BILLIARDS. Also Excellent Accommodation at Farm. Central for both Golf Links. 4 GUARANTEES Cooking—Perfect Sanitation Well-Aired Beds. •elegrams: _ S. DUCKER, Ducker. Douglas.\" & Proprietor

oS THE STRAND MAGAZINE. a shorter trip, and so many conveniences have been arranged for the traveller that at no stage does the journey become irksome. Even if the island were difficult of access, it would be worth an effort to see it, and possibly, if it were as far away as the Mediterranean, it would be the most popular resort in the world. Nature has been kind to the gemlike island which rears itself so proudly in the Irish Sea. It has almost every attractiqn that Can be asked of a holiday resort. Thirty miles in length, at its longest part, barely eight miles wide, one might cover a continent and not find the variety of scenic delights to be discovered in the Isle of Man. Mountain, valley, hill, and dale, flat, low-lying coast- line, rocky cliffs, river and lake, wild moorland beauty and ordered design produced by cultivation—■ all this one may find in Manxland. At the south of the island there are magnificent cliffs ; a range of mountains dominates the centre ; there are wide stretches of fragrant moorland purple with heather; there are clear rushing streams and picturesque water- falls ; the glens of fairylike beauty alone make the island famous, while there are quiet little villages built round natural bays where Nature may be found in her most restful mood. And one may live to suit one's taste. If life to you is a matter of sumptuous hotels in well-ordered towns, the Isle of Man, in its finest watering-place, Douglas, can give them to you, and you may make excursions from your headquarters and come back to dinner and the theatre at night. If you like quiet apartments in well-ordered towns, there are centres like Ramsey, Peel, and Port Erin to give you your heart's desire. If you would have a country cottage standing alone in some sea-girt solitude, the Isle of Man will find you your ideal. Or if you love the moorland, and would live away from the haunts of man in some quaint farm or corner of a little fishing village, then go to the Isle of Man. It is not a town with the set habits of a town, or an isolated stretch of country full of solitudes that do not appeal to the gregarious. The Isle of Man is a little commonwealth, a slate in miniature, with big towns and little villages and country solitudes, each making an appeal to different tastes. It is almost impossible to state all its attractions. In it are dozens of ideal bathing centres. Lovers of sea - fishing may follow their sport day by day. Golf is very accessible, and the seven links of which it boasts are not only sporting courses but delightfully picturesque. For the children there is every type of sea front—golden stretches of sand, rocky beaches with quaint treasures waiting to be discovered in the hidden pools, shallows where tiny children may bathe and paddle in safety. Pedestrians may spend days roaming in old-world surroundings through the many glens. Cyclists find delightful roads