ANGEL A heavenly ineligible, with wings and a harp; or, an earthly eligible, with money and a heart.


ANTI-ROOMS Euphemistic term for Canfield's, New York City.


ANTI-IMPERIALIST A patriot whose conscience works overtime.


ANTIMONY A metallic substance discovered by Valentine in 1450, and now extensively used in the arts—particularly poker.


APPENDICITIS A modern pain, costing about $200 more than the old-fashioned stomach-ache.