Life — January 20, 1898 — page 24: what you’re looking at

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LIFE N wants but little here below, And that is what he gets; Nor keeps that little long, when on The favorite he bets. “vici 1S A CONQUEROR, The largest leather factory in the world is in Philadelphia, It is largest because it has greater demand upon it for the finished product than any other factory, and is often unable, even with an army of trained workmen, to keep up with this de- mand. This is the only factory where Vici kid is made. When Robert H. Foerderer invented the nplicated process by which Vici kid is made from goat skins, he worked a revolution in the glazed kid trade. The beautiful finish of the new leather, its softness and its durability, all marked it as a distinct advance, and orders poured in on him from all over the world, Even the odd name hit the popular , for when he had gained the secret of making leather Mr. Foerderer exclaimed, w ici,’"——I conquered. The praise of Vici kid rang in the ears of everyone, even Li Hung Chang. and that comfort-loving statesman had several pairs of boots made from it for his personal use, Shoes for men, women and children are made from Vici kid; and in strength, lightness, beauty and durability the er has fully met every demand upon it. A i has been prepared by Mr. Foerderer nis as much better than other dressings as Vici is better than other leathers, This dressing was intended to keep up the high standard of Vici kid, but the Vici dressing is equally good for other leathers, making them soft and keeping them from in all kinds of weat It is worth while to write to Mr, Robt. H. Foerderer, Philadelphia, and ask him for a free copy of “Shoeology."" It is beau, tifully illustrated, and crammed full of interesting facts. man with a reputation as a wit ever sus. ned it so continually or so happily as Reed. That is why men will sit in the galleries for hours waiting until some frivolous person on the floor provokes a reply from the chair, There was never yet atime when Reed, given the opportunity, failed to set the rafters ringing. The speaker continues free from delusions regarding the Senate. A member of Ci Kress went to him the other day and asked for rec ognition in order that he might call up a measure in which he was interested. “The bill,” said the member, “ passed the Senate without a dissent “Then,” said “that is the very best reason why it should not pass the House," And the bill still sluinbers, —Providence Journal. FLORIDA, AIKEN AND AUGUSTA. Among the most popular resorts of the South are C., and Augusta, Ga. Each has beautiful gol€ links and all of the accessories for indoor and outdoor winter enjoyments, The climate at these places is unequalled in its evenness and the total absence of chilling winds and dampness. The direct route is via the Southern Railway, which ars and two trains daily, leaving w York at 12.00 midnight and 4.20 p. m. The ap- poiatments of these trains are superb, A train, the “New York and Florida Limited,” the hand- somest train in the world, goes into service January ith, leaving New York at 12.00 p. m. and reaching St. Augustine 2.20 next afternoon, This tra operated solid between New York and St. Augustine, composed of Dining, Sleeping, Observation and Com- partment cars, and carries through cars to Augusta for the accommodation of Aiken and Augusta travel. Rates and information may be had of A. 8. Thweatt, Eastern Passenger Agent, 271 Broadwa; Me. Gasweu: An Eastern astronomer says he has discovered two groups of spots on the sun. Mr. Gasatt: I wish he would come to Pitts- burg and make an effort to discover the sun itself. —Pittsburg Chronicle-Telegraph. Prince of Wales's favorite wine, de LOSSY-HOLDEN CHAMPAGNE. Consumption ? =” mans wine) The Ideal French Tonic me FOR BODY AND BRAIN Since 863, Endorsed by Medical Faculty immediate fasting efficacious agreeable Sharpens razors quickest and best because of pecul- iar construction. Made of elk hide and tanned by special process, hones and strops at same time, gives an {deal edge, keeps razors in condition all the time. Barbers will quickly see its wouderful properties, Sent for One Dollar. Delivered anywhere in the United States. NEW ENGLAND LEATHER CO. ssswe. 33 Lincoln St., Boston, Mass. Money refunded if not eatisfactory. Send cash of Post-Office order to TTE N OLE) Su..cZAr PERFUMES LATEST NOVELTIES SPECIALLY RECOMMENDED : ROYAL CILLET (carnation) — GRANDE DOCHESSE, FONKIA of JAPAN Lh. LEGRAND (0f/24-PERFUMERY). 11, Place de Ia Madeleine, PARIS WAG. GE G2 GEG GE LIFE’S PICTURE GALLERIES NOTICE.—The demand for LIFE’S Picture Galleries (containing miniature re- productions of proofs on sale at LIFE Office) has been so great that the edition is temporarily exhausted. We shall, there- fore, be unable to supply any more at present. We have on hand, however, a quantity of picture galleries, expensively printed on heavy coated paper, which we will supply at ten cents each in stamps or money, mailed to any address in the Postal Union.