Hints to Beginners.—When going out before daylight after ducks, waders are advisable. Also, better tell your wife she need not come down (just when you expect the ducks) and ask if you are sure you are not getting your feet wet.
A NOVELTY
Mr. Cylinder (who always uses his host's cartridges). "What powder are these loaded with, my boy?"
Beater. "Ar doan't rightly know; but ar think they calls it serdlitz pooder!"