Lay up something for a rainy day, if it is nothing more than the rheumatism.

The man who waxes strong every day—The shoemaker.

To change dark hair to sandy—Go into the surf after a storm.

A melancholy reflection—The top of a bald head in a looking-glass.

In what age was gum-arabic introduced? In the mucilage.

Always cut off in its prime—An interest coupon.

The farmer’s favorite vest—The harvest.

A hallo mockery—The echo.

Rifle clubs—Gangs of pickpockets.

The Turkish position—Cross-legged.