PUBLICATIONS RECEIVED.

Otago Witness, Issue 2308, 26 May 1898, Page 38

PUBLICATIONS RECEIVED.

In tlxe April number of the Art Journal we have a singularly interesting number, both as regards letterpress and illustrations. Ths frontispiece supplies us with a beautiful "photogravure of one of the late Albert Moore' 3 graceful - conceptions — "An Embroidery." In an article showing what is being done -for English church art, we have some most exquisite illustrations, while tlie wide scope of this excellent journal is exemplified in^arj article closely following on "two important theatrical productions" — ' Julius Caesar." as presented by Mr Beerbolim Tree, and "'M/uc-h Ado About Nothing,'' as given by Mr George Alexander, with, it is needies3 io say, interesting and ample illustrations. The series of articles on tlie decorations of London clubs, which has {reached its third division in the present number, comprises the leading features of the Arts Club.

Tho Easter number of the Art Journal, devoted to "the work of Walter Crane, with notes by the artist," is one that will be very widely welcomed, by reason of the immense popularity of the artist and the generous manner in which the selection from his work has been "made. Two whole-plate and several half-plate coloured reproductions, a whole-plate photogravure, and numberless fine -illustrations make up a most delightful .harvest for the artistic eye. Tile Windsor* Magazine for April amply deserves its' liead-lme of " 3?inß Easter Number," for it is an exceptionally attractive number, even for the Windsor. An article that will be read wjth eagerness -just now is wie on " The War Office and its Personnel," to wln'ch the excellent portraits give additional charm. There is a very interestingpaper aa some " Circuit Customs," and a beautifully illustrated article on ' ' Hun fcing tLe Anemone." Max Pemberton's exciting serial has a great advantage in the fine illustrations by Forrestier, and of tlie short stories one may say they are well chosen, wLile very genuine pleasure will be felt in reading "The Imperial Heritage" by the clever .writer of ".Made in C4ermany," especially as this division deals with. North America. ■ -

The Australian -Musical Times and Magazine of Art is a new aspirant to public favour. The May number is fairly bright, interesting, and instructive. Its interest will probably merely a local one, but the tone of the magazine is distinctly good, and the lines upon which it is formed are somewhat parallel with those of the Triad. A pretty song for a haw voice, '' Thee will I worship," is included in the number; and an instrumental number song without words, by Nottingham, as well. The bill of fare presented by Austral Light for May is excellent in every respect. Great judgment is shown in the choice of subjects, and in respect of on 9 article notably the editor is to be warmly congratulated on Iris excellent taste in reprinting it from an American journal, Donolrae's Magazine. Ths article referred to is entitled " Emanuol,' and is written by Conde B. Pallen, Ph.D. It is a most eloquent and cultured address, and will appeal at once to the simplest ohriatian and the moat cultured student. The tales of some slight illustrationd. The serial story the Papal Z.-nmves arc continued, and -boasb continues its soroewlmt sad tenor, and th«re is an article on the sounds trip, the _ usual space given to reviews, and the selection of interesting items gathered under the heading of " News and Notes." Altogether a capital number.

Not one whit behind its contemporaries in sterling merit and attractiveness is the Leisure Hour for April. Indeed, we cannot too warmly congratulate the management on the many excellent features of this veteran magazine. Articles and illustrations alike are good, and we scarcely know which to select for mention, unless, indeed, it may be " The Port and City of Bristol," " Greenwich Observatory," " The Great Avalanche on the Gemini," and. " The Mother."

The Mny number of the Colonial Inventor, published in Chrislchurch, is a very interesting one, and contains, among other topics, a capital description (illustrated) of tho graphophone, a very interesting note and illustration of the new artesan well which, borsd to a depth of 4-15 feet, in the very heart of Ohristohurch, has proved such a success, " giving the largest flow of water yet obtained by similar means." A very interesting little article also appears on tho Krom&lop process of colour photography, illustrated py diagrams, and cyclists will welcome the description and diagram of the new acetylene gas bicycle lamp.

The New Plymouth Borough Council has : resolved to discontinue the iusurauce of ifcs j workmen. (

Twenty-three presbyteries and 111 sessions of the U.T?. Church of Scotland, against only six presbyttriea and 29 sessions, have trotad iv favour of immediate liberty being allowed in the church aa regards marriage with a decsaeed wife's sister. Ye athletes, all who Like or run, ' Or row or box, or may have done,; Know that of all the human ills You're subject most to colds and oliilTg* But both will disappear, be sure, 13j|£ taking Woods's Great PeEJieroiint Uui'&