Puzzledom
Enigma. I watch all things near me, And far off to boot. Without stretching a finger Or stirring a foot; I take them all in. too, To add to your wonder, Though many and various And large and asunder; Without jostling or crowding, They pass side by side, Through a wonderful wicket Not half an inch wide. Beheaded Word. My whole’s a curious species of writing, you will find; Though, if you will behead me, I an action bring to mind. Again, if twice beheaded, a sharp tool please tj view; Curtailed and placed then at the head, I justice give to you. What is the Word, First murmur “Ab!” Next add an “Aye!” Then, fore and aft, complete with ease, And thus a word with meaning weird Is built up by these three degrees. (Answers next week.)
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Dominion, Volume 30, Issue 172, 17 April 1937, Page 9 (Supplement)
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139Puzzledom Dominion, Volume 30, Issue 172, 17 April 1937, Page 9 (Supplement)
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