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Shopkeepers' Advertising Novelties (The Strand, 1895) London shopkeepers had many ways of getting the attention of passers-by, including plates seemingly suspended in mid-air, a "living picture" of a donkey (featuring a living donkey!), a mummified cat, a two-headed goose, and funhouse mirrors. Garfield in London (Century, 1884) A fascinating excerpt from President Garfield's diary of his 1867 visit to London, including a lovely look at what the voyage from New York to London was like more than 150 years ago! Notes by an Artist Naturalist (The Girl's Own Paper, 1892-94) Beautifully illustrated monthly series by artist Fred Miller on the flora, fauna and lore of the season. My Diving-Dress (The Strand, 1894) A seeker of novel experiences finds that diving might best be left to the experts! How I Engage My Servants (Cassell's Family Magazine, 1877) "Before any steps are taken to inquire into character, a definite understanding should be come to between the mistress and servant. On this careful and definite agreement, most of the future comfort of both depends." Amusing Juvenile Answers (Cassell's Family Magazine, 1889) Odd answers to test questions are nothing new; amongst this delightful collection is the information that "a fort is a place to put men in, and a fortress is a place to put women in." The Prophet's Chamber (The Girl's Own Paper, 1901) On the best way to arrange a guest-room. Field Notes (Century, 1894) Naturalist John Burroughs explores a weasel's den and provides us with glimpses of some of the curiosities of nature. What Becomes of Lost Luggage (Cassell's Family Magazine, 1876) Curious items that go astray from ship and rail, including skeletons, loaded guns, and a host of contraband. Roddy the Rat (Windsor Magazine, 1898) A pet rat visits the opera. Fruit Puddings (The Girl's Own Paper, 1899) Practical Points of Law (The Girl's Own Paper, 1901) A series of fillers on various intriguing points of English law in Victorian times. In this issue: Wedlock; Dogs; Elementary Education. Pianoforte Fronts and How to Decorate Them, (The Girl's Own Paper, 1885) Beautiful patterns from artist Fred Miller. A Young Servant's Outfit, and What to Buy For It (The Girl's Own Paper, 1896) A look at what a servant girl is expected to wear, with details about the amounts of fabric required and the costs. The Rights and Obligations of Parents and Children (The Girl's Own Paper, 1891) A look at parental liability - including the surprising information that a parent is not liable for bills run up by their children! Poetry The Ballad of Cassandra Brown The Boastful Butterfly