At the proper time Leo and Carl made their appearance at the mansion where they were to perform. The partners had a new trick which they called “Samson’s Strength.”
“Any one can have the strength of a Samson if he so desires,” said Carl on coming forward. “Please to look at these dumbbells.”
He produced a pair of iron dumbbells each weighing about ten pounds.
“Now, if you will observe, I handle these dumbbells with ease.” He gave them a flourish. “Over they go—high in the air—around and around—easy enough, is it not? Bang!”
Down went the dumbbells on a large, flat stool he had provided.
“Will the strongest man present pick them up?”
A tall, well-formed man came forward and caught hold of one of the dumbbells.
He thought he could lift it with ease.
He was sadly mistaken.
In vain he tugged at the dumbbell. It refused to budge.