Part 7
Up in Essex County, deep in among the Adirondacks, lives a lovely Scotch lady who has interested herself in the children of that region. These little ones have absolutely nothing in the line of reading, and by a unanimous vote of the Society, it was decided to send them some nice books and Sunday-School papers, thereby forming the nucleus of a sort of circulating library, of which the Scotch lady will be the head. We hope, sometime in the near future, to open correspondence with the children themselves, and if possible, to start a branch of the P. S. in Essex County.
The members of our Junior Society show great interest in the work of subduing their faults, and many have been the conquests over self. Of course we all often forget, but frequently the knowledge--and acknowledgment--of our shortcomings, has but added fresh earnestness to the desire not to be overcome.
At a recent meeting we decided to have a motto, and the one chosen was, "For we are laborers together with God." With this watchword, and with the help of Him who is our Captain, we intend to go on--and up.
E. M. CLARKE, _Sec._
"THE CHILDREN OF WESTMINSTER ABBEY."
HOW many of the Pansies know what Westminster Abbey is? Of course a large number of you little folks are not yet acquainted with it. I don't know a pleasanter way for people of your age to learn about it, than to read the book bearing the title which I have given above. Listen to what it says about the building, "That Abbey is the record of the growth of our two great nations. Within its walls we are on common ground. America is represented just as much as England. All English and American boys and girls should love Westminster Abbey." There are pictures of the wonderful and beautiful building scattered through the book; thirty-two illustrations, in a book of two hundred and ninety-four pages. It is almost like visiting the building itself, to read about it in this book written by Rose Kingsley. It is a beautifully bound volume, my copy being in brown and gold. Usual price one dollar. To members of the P. S. sixty cents. In ordering from D. Lothrop & Co., you must not omit to say that you are entitled to the book at the reduced price because you are an enrolled member of the P. S.
With this introduction, I am going to let the story speak for itself, by giving you a page or two from it, together with the picture of "The Cradle Tomb."
"On what used to be the altar step of the north aisle of Westminster Abbey, stands a baby's cradle--a cradle on real rockers. A gorgeous coverlet, all trimmed with rich guipure lace, falls from the corners of the cradle in splendid rich folds. The arms of England, Scotland and Ireland are carved on the back. And when you look under the head of the cradle you see that a baby lies sleeping in it. A darling tiny baby it is--its little wee face set in a close lace cap and lace ruff, under a kind of lace-trimmed hood that forms part of the pillow. You can almost fancy that if the cradle were set rocking, the babe might open her eyes. But 'baby and cradle, and all,' are marble--marble, yellow with the dust and wear of nearly three hundred years!
"'The Cradle Tomb' of Westminster, as it is called, has been far better described than by any words of mine. A card hangs close beside it, placed there by desire of Lady Augusta Stanley, on which is a poem by an American lady. That lady is a well-known favorite of American readers; for she is none other than Susan Coolidge. And the lovely verses--some of which I venture to transcribe--appeared in _Scribner's Monthly_ for 1875:
A little rudely sculptured bed, With shadowing folds of marble lace, And quilt of marble, primly spread, And folded round a baby face.
Smoothly the mimic coverlet, With royal blazonries bedight, Hangs, as by tender fingers set, And straightened for the last good-night.
And traced upon the pillowing stone A dent is seen, as if, to bless That quiet sleep, some grieving one Had leaned, and left a soft impress.
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But dust upon the cradle lies, And those who prized the baby so, And decked her couch with heavy sighs, Were turned to dust long years ago.
"The inscription on her cradle tells us that this dear baby, 'Sophia, a royal rosebud, plucked by premature fate, and snatched away from her parents--James, King of Great Britain, France and Ireland, and Queen Anne--that she might flourish again in the rosary of Christ, was placed here on the twenty-third of June, in the fourth year of the reign of King James, 1606.'
"The little creature was born on the twenty-first of June at Greenwich--a favorite palace of the English sovereigns. Great preparations had been made for her christening, and for the tourneys which were to be held at the same time in honor of her grandfather the King of Denmark's visit. But the baby only lived two days, and was hastily baptized 'Sophia,' after the Queen of Denmark. James the First gave orders that she should be buried 'as cheaply as possible, without any solemnity, or funeral.' Nevertheless he made a contract with Nicholas Poutrain, the royal sculptor, for her monument, the cost of which was not to exceed one hundred and forty pounds. And we find that her coffin was very solemnly conveyed up the river by barge, covered with black velvet, accompanied by three other barges covered with black cloth and bearing many nobles, lords, ladies, and the officers-of-arms, to the Parliament stairs at Westminster. Thence the procession went to the southeast door of the Abbey, where it was met by the great lords of the Council, the Heralds, and chief officers of the court."
WE WANT
EVERY BOY AND EVERY GIRL
_To carefully read the extraordinary premium offers made on the following pages. We have selected a few of our most attractive premiums, and have made special offers, for the summer months only, to those sending us clubs._
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_D. LOTHROP & CO., Publishers, Franklin and Hawley Streets, Boston._
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2. The full subscription price must be paid for each subscription, as follows: WIDE AWAKE, $3.00; THE PANSY, $1.00; OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN, $1.00; BABYLAND, 50 cents.
=No premiums will be given to any person sending his own name as a new subscriber; nor can his name count as one of a club sent for premiums.=
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Always specify the date you wish the subscriptions to begin with. Subscriptions may begin with any number.
GUNS FOR THE BOYS.
The Guns described below are all especially adapted to "Fourth of July" sports, from the fact that with them torpedos can be thrown with great accuracy and, exploding as they strike, make a very loud report. What is known as the small "American" torpedo is the best.
These Guns are especially suitable for drilling purposes. Any boy will find it a very easy matter to secure enough subscriptions to earn the guns that may be needed for his company.
"DOCTOR CARVER" GUN.
Given for one new subscription to THE PANSY or OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN; or, given for one new subscription to BABYLAND and =20 cents cash additional=.
It has an adjustable tension that can be regulated to suit the strength of any boy. This is a new gun, made on a new principle, and is the best arrangement for target shooting ever seen. It shoots with great force and accuracy. Three arrows go with each gun. It will also fire marbles, bullets, sticks or paper wads. The gun is nicely finished in all parts and is painted a bright red that will not fade, which makes it very handsome. It is three feet long, strong and durable, easy to adjust and load, and does not get out of order. Price 50 cents. Postage 10 cents additional.
THE "LITTLE GEM."
Given for one new subscription to BABYLAND.
This is a new gun, well finished and very effective. It possesses part of the patented features of the celebrated "Doctor Carver" gun, but is not as powerful. It is lighter and somewhat smaller than the "Doctor Carver" gun. Price 25 cents. Postage paid in the United States.
"WINCHESTER RIFLE."
Given for one new subscription to THE PANSY, or OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN. Or, given for one new subscription to Babyland and =25 cents cash additional=.
A new double-barrel gun. It has the patent "oscillating yoke" or yielding stop, same as the celebrated "Doctor Carver" gun and has a well-finished stock of proper shape. Price 50 cents. Postage 10 cents additional when purchased or sent as a premium.
THE WILCOX TARGET GUN, WITH BAYONET.
Given for two new subscriptions to THE PANSY, or OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN. Or, given for one new subscription to THE PANSY, or OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN, and =50 cents cash additional=. Two BABYLAND subscriptions will be equivalent to one PANSY subscription. =For One new subscriber to WIDE AWAKE=, two of any of the guns will be given as a premium.
It shoots with precision, is simple in construction, and finely finished. The bayonet is of wood, bronzed to imitate steel. Each gun is provided in the breech with a small pocket, in which will be found, 5 metal-head arrows, and 2 paper targets. For drilling purposes, it can be readily changed to the form of an ordinary rifle. Price $1.00. Postage 20 cents additional.
UNION WEB HAMMOCKS GIVEN AS PREMIUMS FOR NEW SUBSCRIPTIONS.
We are pleased to announce that we have made such arrangements as will enable us to offer these superior hammocks for a smaller number of subscriptions than ever before. Every hammock is warranted by the manufacturers; and nothing but the best material and workmanship enter into their construction. Each grade is tested at a given number of pounds. They are warranted, when colored, not to soil the finest fabric.
THE HERCULES.
Given for one new subscription to THE PANSY or OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN, and =40 cents cash additional=.
This is the strongest hammock made, warranted to hold 1100 lbs. It is made of very heavy cord. Length, 13 feet; length of bed, 6 feet. Price $1.15. Postage and packing 30 cents additional.
CHILD'S HAMMOCK.
Given for one new subscription to THE PANSY or OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN.
This is a nice hammock for the little ones. It has variegated colors in ends and body. Has a miniature Horseshoe for the fastening at the ends and safety cords at the sides. It is perfectly reliable and far preferable to a crib or cradle. Length, 7 feet; length of body, 3 feet. Price $.75. Postage and packing 15 cents additional.
B B HAMMOCK.
Given for one new subscription to THE PANSY or OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN, and 25 cents cash additional.
This hammock is made better than ever before. The web is of extra heavy cord, and bright colors which are warranted fast. It is a splendid hammock. Length 11 feet; length of bed, 6-1/3 feet. Price $1.00. Postage and packing 20 cents additional.
THE BOSTON.
Given for one new subscription to WIDE AWAKE, or for two new subscriptions to THE PANSY or OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN and 40 cents cash additional.
A double web hammock that is very popular. Length, 12-1/2 feet; length of bed, 7 feet. Price $1.75. Postage and packing 20 cents additional.
BOY'S FISHING OUTFIT, WITH JOINTED ROD.
Given for two new subscriptions to THE PANSY or OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN, or for one new subscription to THE PANSY or OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN and =50 cents cash additional=.
This outfit is put up especially for our use, and we can recommend it to the boys who enjoy fishing as a very good outfit for the price asked. It consists of a 12 foot jointed rod with brass tips and ferules, 1 bob, 2 sinkers, 1 36 foot line, 1 dozen hooks assorted, 2 flies, 1 bait-box, 1 trolling hook for pickerel, and 2 hooks ganged (i. e., with hair or gut snell.) Postage prepaid. Price $1.00.
TWO BABYLAND subscriptions will be equivalent to one PANSY subscription.
THE AMERICAN FOOT BALL. NO. 2.
Given for two new subscriptions to THE PANSY or OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN. Or for one new subscription to either magazine and =60 cents cash additional=.
The American Foot Ball is made of heavy canvas, thoroughly saturated with rubber, very strong, so as to be blown up with a key which goes with each one. It is 22 inches in circumference. Price $1.50.
We also include in this offer the American College Rules of Foot Ball. Price 15 cents.
Two BABYLAND subscriptions will be equivalent to one PANSY subscription.
A GOOD MICROSCOPE.
Given for one new subscription to THE PANSY or OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN; or for one new subscription to BABYLAND and =20 cents cash additional=.
No one need be without a microscope. We have made special arrangements by which we can offer a Combination Microscope (or Floroscope), 2 inches in length. It has in addition to a powerful microscope lens, a mineral glass for examining plants, minerals, etc. It is very convenient. It can be put into a vest pocket, and yet is as serviceable as many more expensive microscopes. Price 50 cents.
BOY'S COMPOUND MICROSCOPE, NO. 655.
Given for one new subscription to WIDE AWAKE or for four new subscriptions to THE PANSY or OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN.
Two BABYLAND subscriptions will be equivalent to one PANSY subscription.
This instrument will show satisfactorily the larger animalcules in pond water, the scales from a butterfly's wing, etc. The stand is of polished brass, handsomely lacquered, with one eye-piece and one object-glass, magnifying, when combined, about 40 diameters or 1600 times. One prepared object, two glass slips and a pair of brass forceps, are furnished with it; the whole is packed in a neat polished walnut-wood case. Price $2.50. Postage paid.
ALL THE BOYS AND GIRLS
WANT A ROGERS' SCROLL SAW.
Our latest Special Premium given to any subscriber sending us =SIX= NEW subscriptions to OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN or THE PANSY (at $1.00 each); or for =FOUR= NEW subscriptions to OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN or THE PANSY (at $1.00 each) _and $1.00 cash additional_; or for =TWO= NEW subscriptions to above magazines (at $1.00 each) _and $2.00 cash additional_; =or=, for 2 new WIDE AWAKE subscriptions.
_Two_ BABYLAND _subscriptions equivalent to one_ PANSY.
The entire framework is made from Iron, painted and Japanned black, and ornamented with red and gilt stripes.
All parts made to interchange.
1. The Bearings to the Arms are carefully sized to bring them in perfect line. (This is a vital point in the construction of any Jig Saw.)
2. Each machine is provided with a Dust Blower, which is a very great advantage.
3. Our machine has a jointed Stretcher Rod, which allows the operator to throw the upper arm out of the way when adjusting his work or saw. This joint also permits the machine to work much more freely than with a straight iron rod.
4. Our clamps have a hinged jaw which overcomes the disagreeable raking overthrow of the blade, which is unavoidable when the saws are secured rigidly to the arms. Saw blades are not nearly so liable to break when clamps have this joint. Thus a large percentage of the expense of running the saw is saved. Besides this the saw runs much easier, the swing coming at the hinge instead of bending the blade with each stroke of the saw.
5. The Balance wheel is 4-1/4 inches in diameter, with a handsome spoke centre and Rim of Solid Emery.
6. The attachment for Drilling is on the Right Hand Side of the machine, which, for convenience, is an obvious advantage.
7. No Pins are used in the construction of this machine, as we prefer the durability of nicely fitted screws and bolts in securing each part.
While the New Rogers' Saw is very rich, though not gaudy in appearance, it has been more especially our object to make, for the least possible money, a saw characterized for its Compactness, Strength, and durability, ease of action, and firmness when in operation.
With each machine we give six Saw Blades, Wrench, Sheet of Designs and three Drill Points. The Saw alone weighs 25 lbs.; Saw and Box together, 36 lbs.
Price of No. 2 Rogers' Saw, $4.00. This Saw is provided with a polished Tilting Table, heavily nickel-plated. =Receiver to pay express or freight charges.=
D. LOTHROP & CO., Franklin and Hawley Sts., Boston.
GOOD NEWS FOR THE BOYS.
A PRINTING-PRESS GIVEN AWAY.
Having made special arrangements with the manufacturers we are enabled to offer the celebrated =Excelsior Printing-press Outfits= as premiums for new subscriptions.
The premiums are =given to present subscribers= to any of our magazines sending us =new= subscribers to WIDE AWAKE, THE PANSY, OUR LITTLE MEN AND WOMEN and BABYLAND, =at full subscription rates=. The following special inducements are limited to Aug. 15th, 1886.
=OUTFIT A=
IS GIVEN FOR NEW SUBSCRIPTIONS AMOUNTING TO $8.50.
Or, for NEW subscriptions amounting to $6.00 _and_ $1.20 _cash additional_.
Or, for NEW subscriptions amounting to $4.00 _and_ $2.00 _cash additional_.
A =SELF-INKING PRESS= will be substituted in any of the above offers for additional subscriptions amounting to $2.00.
=OUTFIT A= consists of No. 1 Press, complete, 2-1/2 x 3-1/2 inches $3.00 Assortment of Furniture, .10 Ink Roller, 3-inch, with handle, .35 Can of Black Ink, .20 Font of Type, 1.00 Leads .05 Type Case .30 ----- Price, $5.00
(With a SELF-INKING PRESS, price $1.00 additional.)
=OUTFIT B=
IS GIVEN FOR NEW SUBSCRIPTIONS AMOUNTING TO $16.00.
Or, for NEW subscriptions amounting to $10.00 _and_ $2.50 _cash additional_.
Or, for NEW subscriptions amounting to $6.00 _and_ $4.50 _cash additional_.
A =SELF-INKING PRESS= will be substituted in any of the above offers for additional subscriptions amounting to $5.00.
=OUTFIT B= consists of No. 2 Press, complete, 3-1/8 x 5-1/8 in. $5.00 Furniture, .30 Ink Roller, 3-inch, with handle, .35 Can of Black Ink .20 Two Fonts of Type, 2.50 Extra Feed Table, .30 Leads, Oil Can, .30 Can of Cleaning Preparation, .30 Set of Gauge Pins, .20 Type Case .55 ------ Price, $10.00
(With a SELF-INKING PRESS, price $3.00 additional.) This outfit will do work from the size of postal card down.
=OUTFIT C=
IS GIVEN FOR NEW SUBSCRIPTIONS AMOUNTING TO $30.00.
Or, for NEW subscriptions amounting to $20.00 _and_ $5.00 _cash additional_.
Or, for NEW subscriptions amounting to $12.00 _and_ $10.00 _cash additional_.
A =SELF-INKING PRESS= will be substituted for additional subscriptions amounting to $10.00.
=OUTFIT C= consists of No. 2-1/2 Press, complete, 4-1/2 x 7-1/2 in. $8.00 Furniture, .65 Ink Roller, 5-inch, with handle, .50 Can of Black Ink, .35 Four Fonts of Type, 6.90 Leads, Bodkin and Tweezers, .50 Two Type Cases, 1.10 Set of Gauge Pins, .20 Composing Stick, Oil Can, 1.20 Can of Cleaning Preparation, .30 Extra Feed Table, .30 ------ Price, $20.00
(With a SELF-INKING PRESS, price $6.00 additional.) This outfit is an excellent one, as it will do for bill-heads, note-sheets, etc.
The mechanical plan of the SELF-INKING PRESS is the same as with the hand inker except that inking rollers are added to work by the stroke of a lever. The advantage of a self inker over a hand inker is mainly in speed, which is increased because both hands are left free, one to feed paper and one to work lever.
ALL EXCELSIOR PRESSES use ordinary printers type, as made in any part of the world. NO EXCELSIOR PRESS is _cheaply_ made, but has _steel_ bearings, _best_ of screws, etc. =All presses print within 1/8 inch of full size of chase as screws are used to lock up the forms.=
Every Excelsior Press is fully warranted in every respect. With every press we send out is included full printed instructions on every point, by which any purchaser can manage type-setting, press-work, etc., successfully and satisfactorily.
=The Outfits must be sent by Express at receiver's expense.=
D. LOTHROP & CO., Publishers, Franklin and Hawley Sts., Boston.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS.