Life — May 12, 1898 — page 18: what you’re looking at

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Pave Mittikex, who is quite an expert in the language of deaf-mutes, says that one morning lately he was coming down on the Avondale car, when he became inter- ested in a discussion between two mutes. “Say, I want your advice,” said one of them, using his hands as vocal organs, “I shall be happy to oblige you," said the other. “Are you up on the tricks of women?” inquired the first one. Tho second man modestly admitted that he knew something of th v gentler sex, although he disclaimed Well know, Lam in love with Mabel. you know. her. who wanted advice, * That pretty little bl At last I made up my mind to propose to Last night I made the attempt.” “And she turned you down!" eagerly inquired his friend, his hands trembling so with excitement that he stuttered badly “That is what I am coming to," said the first she did or not, You see, 1 and the words seemed to stick And there she sat, asdemure as adove. Finally fingers clove together, and I could not say a word. ‘Then Mabel xot up and turned the gas down.” “Well? “ Well, what is bothering me is this, to encourag she do it s stop my Did she do that me and relieve my embarrassment, or did not see to talk in the dark, and so cinnati Enquirer. NO OTHER SO GOOD. The social life of the present century creates condi+ tious of motherhood which many times prevent the natu- ral supply of food for infants. No so-called infant food equals t 1 Bonlen Eagle Brand Condensed Milk. As a performer on the piano, Brahms, the com- poser, had an extremely hard touch, This once led a musician who was accompanying him on the ‘cello to exclaim. *Tdon’t hear myself.” Brahms, “ you are a lucky fellow When he left the room after a lively evening among friends, he “d to remark “If there is anyone present whose feelings Ihave not hurt, [trust he will receive my humble apology.” Argonaut NOTICE. Subscribers to Lire will please give old address as well as new when requesting change of same. Notice of change of address shoul! reach us Thursday morning to affect the issue of the following week. Mistress: Have you cracked those nuts for dessert. | Sarah? Mato: I've cracked the big ‘uns will take st small ‘uns all right, mum; but ger Jaws than mine to do. —The Sketch, “ You seem to be very fond of fa woman at the theatre. “Ab, yes.” replied the gentleman with the French “sat through Zola’s entire trial.” Washington Star, ."" said the young avcent FLo: Do you love me, sweet? Witt: Dearly. Would you die for met” “No, my precious girl; mine is an undying love." Philadelphia Call. Prince of Wales's favorite wine, de LOSSY - HOLDEN CHAMPAGNE. CKEN Newest Sensation for Luncheons GitSe8 nignty | itn Sexton Spee es ped in corn husks. Driate. sila mailed forlOein stamps | *LIFE: BRIGHTS DISEASE HOT BUFFALO LITHIA WATER Rescues a Patient well nigh in Extremi Statement of Dr. A. M. 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