Parson. "Good morning, Mrs. Stubbins. Is your husband at home?"

Mrs. Stubbins. "'E's 'ome, sir; but 'e 's a-bed."

Parson. "How is it he didn't come to church on Sunday? You know we must have our hearts in the right place."

Mrs. Stubbins. "Lor, sir, 'is 'eart's all right. It's 'is trowziz!"


A Poacher's Paradise.—About an hour from town.—Charming bijou residence ... grounds adjoin a large pheasant preserve; owner going abroad.Advt. in "Standard."


"A Crop Expert."—A professional hair-dresser.