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This page is primarily **advertising and light entertainment** rather than political satire. The main content includes: **"The Tale of a Hand"** — A poem by Harvard Lampoon about a romantic wager between two people, illustrated with a sentimental drawing of a woman and child holding hands. **Advertisements** dominate the page, featuring: - Maison Violet perfumes and toiletries - Nestor Cigarettes (promoted as newly American-made, formerly Egyptian) - Dr. Sheffield's tooth powder and elixir balm - Krementz collar buttons **"An Unsafe Topic"** — A brief anecdote about a Mississippi slave master and preacher, presented as humor (reflecting period prejudices). The page reflects early 20th-century magazine format: consumer goods advertising mixed with sentimental poetry and period-typical racial humor that modern readers would find offensive.

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“EDFE: The Tale of a Hand. * AJOW what shall the limit be 2” I said, When ante had gone away. “ You're doing the calling "—she bent her head— “So you are the one to say.” Your Favorite Odor THROUGHOUT YOUR TOILET ACCESSORIES NESTOR (NESTOR GIANACLIS, CATRO) CICARETTES TO BE MADE IN AMERICA No limit,” I cried, **if you'll stay in.” She answered, ‘+1 will, you bet.” I dealt, as she added, * I hope 1 win, O, tell me, what did you get ?" “Just one more I need to make a pai “So do 1,” said she, “+a kn: + A queen for mine,” said I, and there Airops! Guth ahe-gare The famous “ Nestor” Gianaclis C ette, which been acknowledgec leader of Egyptian Cigarettes the worldover, wil), from next month, be made in Bosto Mr. Nestor Gianaclis, himself, has ar- rived in that city from Ca A factory been en 30,000 square feet of floor sp: There has already arrived undoubtedly one of the largest single shipments ot Turkish Tobacco that has ever « to America. This consists of mor 1,000 bales imported direct trom Cavall ‘This is the point where Mr. Nestor Gisn- s stores, and from which he ships. all of his high-grade Turkish Tobaccos to his factory in Cairo, Eg) Mr. G himself, will examine bale of this tobacco, and give his expert attention to the grading, blending and manufacture of it. nokers of Egyptian Cigarettes who |} want the genuine article, and to whom the word “ Nestor" has al $s been mous with the best that there is ‘in the arette line, will now be enabled have the opportunity of buying genuine “ Nestors ’’ exactly as they have always been made in Cairo, Egypt, at 25 cents a package, instead of the old price of 40 or 45 cents, which made this most ¢ able cigarette almost prohibitive to 1 smokers. Nestor Glanaclis Co. ... Boston, Mass. “TM open,” said 1, * lifted her lips and cried, “Traise you one?" Thad three of a kind, d the cards aside. if you don't mind,” we [Were you bluffing?” she asked. You were so abrupt.” Said I, * Don’t you understand That I feared a full house might interrupt, And t wanted to win a hand >” —Harvard Lampoon. HIE famous perfumes of Maison Violet (pro- nounced Ve-o-lay) of Paris, held highest by the most discriminating critics for their original, dainty and subtle qualities may be had in Ex: tract, Foilet Water, Sachet, Powder and Soap. The wide'range of odors in these famous creations enables you to select just the scent that most appeals to you You can then duplicate it in all your toilet accessories. Maison Violet (Ve-o-lay) products are distinguished by their dainty, attractive packages. The case holding the entire set is an exquisite product of suyerior French workman. ship,and makes an ideal center-piece for the toilet table. ( and good judgment could suggest ho more acc stmas gift . To facilitate your selection, we will send postpaid, sample vials of these fascin: Princta, 25¢ t Ambre Royal, roc Extra Violette, * foe Gtese, yoo Brise de Viele at the above prices. The Violet preparations are to be had in those shops controlling the best patronage. Farnese Face Food, a Reol Beautifier is wholly different from the many face-creams so com- monly sold and a most satisfactory substitute for them. Itis.a clear, delicately fragrant, liquid lotion. Itisin- stantly absorbed by the skin and leaves no oiliness upon the surface, Tes action ts just as instantaneous. It removes wrinkles, sallowness and surface blemishes, by feeding freely the deeper tissues makes firm) mp flesh on face, arms, neck and bust. Each cook? refreshing application leaves the skin soft, trans- nd plowing i aa rnese, 256 Notice to Joke Makers. ‘The Woman's Home Companion pays well for funny jokes, IH jokes, We also want humorous verse, amusing anecdotes and sketches, or without idlustrations. If you have anything first- class to offer, and want quick decision and prompt payment, address Joke Editor, Woman's Home Companion 35 West 21st Street, New York City. funny Tt is con: Germann Keeps itself neat in its bottle. Positively not Price, $1.00, postpaid. ‘9 any one sending their nd acldress we will sendan sachet of Boquet Farnese. FRANK M. PRINDLE & CO. Sole Agents for the United States DEPT. D Look fer this trade pak 36 East 21st Street, New York Visites witgites Mey digbest quality: injurious. FREE. name exquis! “SAY, SIS, FWAS PREKIN' LAST NIGHT AND I KNOW HOW TER MAKE LOVE MAVE TER DO 1S TER HOLD HANDS AND | | Lie rer Rac oTHER.” ALL You An Unsafe Topic. ISHOP AMES tells a story of a slave | master in Missouri in the olden time of Parte COLLAR. W QUALITY lar Rattons that don’t hurt the neck. Easy to b d unbatton :etay buttoned, Made In Gold and Rolled Plate. If damaged in any way, gd for new one at your joweler’s OF haberdasher’s, Booklet om request, Krementz & Co., 60 Chestnut St.. Newark, N. J. Th Unbre-kabt negro vassalage. who said to his chattel: “Pompey, I hear you are a great preacher.” “Yes, Massa, de Lord do help me powerful sometimes. “Well, Pompey, don’t you think the negroes steal little things on the plantation?” “T'se mighty ’f aid they do, Massa.” “Then, Pompey, I want you to preach a ser- mon to the negroes about stealing.” After a brief reflection, Pompey replied : “You see, Massa, dat wouldn’t never do, cause ‘twould trow such a col'ness over de meeting.”"—Philadelphia Public Ledger, Anti-Septic Creme Dentifrice Put up in co'lapsible Tubes Tooth Powder Put up in Cans convenient for Touri-'~ . Elixir Balm A delightful Mouth Wash " Used by the Elite of the World Since 1850. FOR SALE EVERYWHERE. comicbooks.com