ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XXI, Issue XXVII, 31 December 1898, Page 839

ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS.

Notice to Contributors. Any letters or MSS. received bv the Editor of the “New Zealand Graphic" will be immediately acknowledged in this column.

’Ellie.’ It is not necessary, but n.ore courteous, to put the name of the lady who employs Miss B. as governess for the address on her let-

•N.M.*-—lf the lady is at home do not leave vour card.

T’tu. No. very bail form. •Reply.*- There is no necessity. Literal. ‘Yes. why not? She is a cousin.

•Sophy.’- You would find one good skirt and morning and afternoon blouses quite sufficient.

‘Mater.’ Certainly: ask the young man his intentions.

•Rubicon.’ We do not print such queries.

•S.V.P.’ —Thin bread and but tri- and oysters, hot coffee. •Junior.’—Certainly not. The wife of the eldest son takes precedence of tin 1 younger’s bride, ev *n if the latter have the advantage in years. ‘O.M.P.’—Tea. cake, or sandwiches are quite sufficient. ‘V.S.’--Declined with thanks. •Oscar.’—Stories of your calibre are not printable in this paper. ‘Cycliste.’—A good tweed jacket, skirt, and bloomers. with woven underwear. a mat felt hat. would answer all your requirements. ‘Wants to Know.’ In addressing letters, this is a titled lady’s rule: •Your tradesman is Mr: your friend is Esq.’ •Rue.’—Could not be done. •Ellie.’— Many thanks. ‘E.M.’—Yes, will do admirably. O.N.T.’—lllustration not necessary. •Etiquette.’ Never forget to thank for a courtesy. ‘Mater.’—Give your boy something to interest him at home. ‘Bet.’- Eyeglasses are not fashionable unless the wearer is really shortsighted. ‘Yellow.’—Why not? ‘D.S.’—Give up trivial letter-writing and irregular reading, and cultivate your mind. ‘Lady Charlotte.’—Buy a good water proof and save your dress. ‘Miss Hindes.’-—1 think your complaints are unfounded. Do your own shopping and see for yourself. •Peter Smith.’—You would have to pass an examination. •Lottie ’ Auburn: quite a fashionable tint. •Work.’ Walking sticks ought to be within your scope. Try to carve one. •Earl.’ Do not know of any book on that subject. ’Tatters.’ If you an* sure Ihe letter was received, you must accept your dismissal. ‘Stirling.’—Sulphate of copper sometimes cures dry rot. Syringe with it. ‘F.G.’— Put sand in the cage. •Manawa.’ 'The number of bites which Mr Gladstone is reported to have given to every mouthful of food he look is 32 - which is. by the way. precisely the number of teeth which nature allots to the adult man and woman.

•Constant Reader.’- (Query No. 1). Sandow. who is a well known authority on physical training, recommends the use of live pound d"mb-bells Io begin with for youths above seventeen years of age. but if you are not very strong, perhaps it would be better for you to begin with three pound dumb-bells and gradually increase the weight as yon gain strength. (Query No. 2). Bicycle riding is accounted beneficial to the weak if indulged in in strict moderation, and the rider takes care not to go too far at a time, or too fast, and walks instead of riding up hills. ‘Nini.’—l am so sorry not to have answered you sooner. I think any girl is justified in giving a friend such as you describe a broad hint to either cense his attentions or come to tin* point. You might tell him of the engagement of some other girl, and ask him if it is true, ns yon heard, that he is engaged. Or tell him you intend to gel married, ami see how he takes it. If he is only trifling, he will lie relieved: if in earnest. In* will show it in his manner.