THE ENGLISH METHOD OF CONSULTING THE CARDS.
Having described the French and Italian methods of consulting the cards, we will proceed to notice the manner in which the art of fortune-telling is generally practiced in England and Scotland. Hitherto only thirty-two cards have been made use of, but now the whole pack is employed. The significations also slightly differ; therefore we shall first give a complete list of them, and then pass on to describe how the cards are to be arranged, so as to disclose their mystic meanings.
Ace of Clubs.—Wealth, happiness, and peace of mind.
King of Clubs.—A dark man, upright, faithful, and affectionate in disposition.
Queen of Clubs.—A dark woman, gentle and pleasing.
Knave of Clubs.—A sincere, but hasty friend—also a dark man’s thoughts.
Ten of Clubs.—Unexpected riches, and loss of a dear friend.
Nine of Clubs.—Disobedience to friends’ wishes.
Eight of Clubs.—A covetous man—also warns against speculations.
Seven of Clubs.—Promises good fortune and happiness; but bids a person beware of the opposite sex.