The Immovable Boy.
'The latest device for attracting the al.tenti(Jn of possible purchasers which lias bc«n adopted by several Paris shopkeepers is an « immovable boy." Outside a clothier's, for instance, the " boy" stands without moving a muscle, and bears on his carcasb the newest fashion in blouses or corduroys Passci s-by are easily attracted by the remarkable figure, which they take to be an effigy in waxwork or a tableau vivatd. The boy has been well drilled, and lives up to his work. He smiles not neither does he wink, not does he betray by the slightest sign, token, or movement that he has anything in common with the ordinary palpitating and effervescing specimen of humanity, the "Boulevard boy. The device draws, for spectators are usually lost in amazement at the impassive features of' the breathing simulacrum of a dummy figure, and, from gazing at the youth a rigid and sphinx-like countenance, they are naturally led to'inspect his model blouse, hat, tie, trousers, and boots.— Overland Mail.
What to Talto on an Ocean Voyage. Take your passage ticket, you may ha abked for it before you go ashore. Take a square meal before embarking, seasickness 'on an empty stomach is not an ettioyable affair. iake a little brandy with you for your stomach's sake. -,-,.• Take leave of your friends and relatives, you may never meet them again. Take the best berth you can get for the money. Take your food as regularly as you can. Take notice how more experienced travellers comport themselves. Take a fast hold on the .companion-rail in a storm. , , Take a walk on deck every day when practicable. Take the prettiest young lady passenger down to dinner. Take a snub from the captain quietly, probably you will often deserve one. Take a few notes in your diary the first three days out— after that you needr't trouble. ... ,.,. "Take a joke in the spirit in which it is given. Take your " nightcaps " in a limited number. Take yourself away from a couple who are spooning on deck at"nighc; they don't need your company. Take to the floor if you haven't strength enough to reach your berth. Take some malted milk when you are seasick. ' Take a solemn oath every time you feel bad that you'll never venture to sea again. Take nobody into your confidence about your business affairs. Take a cab to the best hotel on reaching land, and take the first boat back again.— Ocean.
The Immovable Boy.
Otago Witness, Issue 1932, 30 November 1888, Page 38
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