Some books are designed for entertainment, others for informa­tion. This series combines both features, This information is not only complete and reliable, it is compact and readable, In this busy, bustling age it is required that the information which books contain shall be ready to hand and be presented in the clearest and briefest manner possible. These volumes are replete with valuable information, compact in form and unequalled in point of merit and

cheapness. They are the latest as well as the beft books on the subjects of which they treat No one who wishes to have a fund of general information or who has the desire for self-improvement can afford to be without them. €J They are 6 x 4^4 inches in size, well printed on good paper, handsomely bound in green cloth with a heavy paper wrapper to match,

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ETIQUETTE There is no passport to good society like good manners.

By Agnes H. Morton Even though one possess wealth and intelligence, his success in life may be marred by ignorance of social customs. If a perusal of this book will prevent such blunders. It is a book for everybody, for the social leaders as well as for those less ambitious. The subject is presented in a bright and interesting manner, and represents the latest vogue.

 LETTER WRITING Why do most persons dislike to write letters? Is it By Agnes H. Morton  not because they cannot say the right thing in the

right place? This admirable book not only shows by numerous examples just what kind of letters to write, but by directions and suggestions enables the reader to become an accomplished original letter writer. There are forms for all kinds of business and social letters, including invitations, acceptances, letters of sympathy, congratulations, and love letters.

QUOTATIONSA clever compilation of pithy quotations, selected

By Agnes H. Morton  from a great variety of sources, and alphabetically arranged according to the sentiment. In addition to all the popular quotations in current use, it contains many rare bits of prose and verse not generally found in similar collections.  One important feature of the book is found in the characteristic .lines from well known authors, in which the familiar sayings (we credited to their original sources.

EPITAPHS  Even death has its humorous side. There are said to be

By Frederic W Unger There are said to be "sermons in stones," but when they are tombstones there is many a smile mixed with the moral. Usually churchyard humor is all the more delightful because it is unconscious, but there are times when it is intentional and none the less amusing.  Of epitaphs, old and new, this book contains the best. It is full of quaint bits of obituary fancy, with a touch of the gruesome here and there for a relish.

PROVERBS The genius, wit, and spirit of a nation are discovered

By John H. Bechtel are discovered in its proverbs, and the condensed wisdom of all ages and all nations is embodied in them. A good proverb that fits the case is often a convincing argument.  This volume contains a representative collection of proverbs, old and new, and the indexes, topical and alphabetical, enable one to find readily just what he requires.

THINGS WORTH Can you name the coldest place in the United States

KNOWINGthe United States or tell what year had 445 days? Do

By John H. Bechtel you know how soon the coal fields of the world are likely to be exhausted, or how the speed of a moving train may be told? What should you do first if you got a cinder in your eye, or your neighbor's baby swal­lowed a pin. This unique, up-to-date book answers thou­sands of just such interesting and useful questions.

A DICTIONARY OF Most of us dislike to look up a mythological subject

MYTHOLOGYmythological subject because of the time required.

By John H. BechtelThis book remedies that difficulty because in it can be found at a glance just what is wanted,  It is comprehensive, convenient, condensed, and the infor­mation is presented in such an interesting manner that when once read it will always be remembered. A distinctive feature of the book is the pronunciation of the proper names, something found in few other works.

 SLIPS OF SPEECH Who does not make them. The best of us do. fl. Why

By John H. Bechtel not &void them? Any one inspired with the spirit of self-improvement may readily do so. No necessity for Studying rules of grammar or rhetoric when this book may be had. It teaches both without the study of either. It is a counsellor, a critic, a companion, and a guide, and is written in a most entertaining and chatty style.

HANDBOOK OFWhat is more disagreeable than a faulty pronunciation?

PRONUNCIATION No other defect so clearly shows a lack of culture.

By John H. Bechtel This book contains over 5,000 words on which most of us are apt to trip. They are here pronounced in the clearest and amplest manner, and according to the best authority. It is more readily consulted than a dictionary, and is just as reliable.

PRACTICAL A new word is a new tool. This book will not only

SYNONYMS   enlarge your vocabulary, but will show you how to

By John H. Bechtelexpress the exact shade of meaning you have in mind, and will cultivate a more precise habit of thought and speech. €J It will be found invaluable to busy journalists, merchants, lawyers, or clergymen, and as an aid to teachers no less than to the boys and girls under their care.

READY MADE SPEECHES Pretty much everybody in these latter days,

By George Hapgood, Esq. is now and again railed upon "to say a few

words in public. Unfortunately, however, but few of us are gifted with the power of ready and graceful speech.  This is a book of carefully planned model speeches to aid those who, without some slight help, must remain silent. There is a preliminary chapter of general advice to speakers.

 AFTER-DlNNER  The dinner itself may be ever so good and yet prove a

STORIESfailure if there is no mirth to enliven the company.

8v John Harrison Nothing adds so much zest to an occasion of this kind as a good story well told. Here are  hundreds of the latest, best, brightest, and most catchy stories, all of them short and pithy, and so easy to remember that anyone can  tell them  successfully. There are also a number of sliced toasts suitable to all.

TOASTS Most men dread being called upon to respond to a

By William Pittenger toast or to make an address. What would you not

give for the ability to be rid of this embarrassment? No need to give much when you can learn the art from this little book. It will tell you how to do it; not only that, but by example it will show the way. It is valuable not alone to the novice, but to the experienced speaker, who will gather from it many suggestions.

THE DEBATER'S There is no greater ability than the power of skillful

TREASURY  and forcible debate, and no accomplishment more

By William Pittengerdebate, and no accomplishment more readily acquired if the person is properly directed. In this little volume are directions for organizing and conducting debating societies and practical suggestions for all who desire to discuss questions in public.  There is also a list of over 200 questions for debate, with arguments both affirmative and negative.

PUNCTUATIONFew persons can punctuate properly; to avoid mistakes

By Paul Allardyce to avoid mistakes many do not punduate at all. A perusal of this book will remove all difficulties and make all points clear. The rules are plainly stated and freely illustrated, thus furnishing a most useful volume. The author is everywhere recognized as the leading authority upon the subject, and what he has to say is practical, concise, and comprehensive.

CANDY-MAKING Two hundred ways to make candy with the home

AT HOME flavor and the professional finish. Clear and detailed

By Mary M. Wrightrecipes are given for fondant, fruit and nut candies, cream candies, fudges and caramels, bonbons, macaroons and little cakes.  Every housekeeper can now greatly lessen the cost of entertainments by preparing at home the confectionery to be used and can also keep her table well supplied with delicious bonbons and candies.

THE CARE OF THE One of the few books that deal with this old and

CHILD ever new problem in all its aspects—mental,

 By Mrs. Burton Duncemoral and physical. The author, a mother and the

wife of a physician, has anticipated nearly every nursery difficulty. She gives all that one ordinarily needs about diet, clothing, bathing and sleep, summarizing the practice of leading specialists. There are helpful practical discussions on obedience, imagination, personality, truth telling, play and education.

HOME DECORATION A beautiful home means on knowing what to

By Dorothy T. Priestman  buy when you do buy. This is a book that tells

what is really in simple good taste, why, and how to get it. <I It deals fully and practically with the treatment of walls, furniture, floor cover­ing, hangings, ornaments and pictures.  It gives color schemes, tells how to arrange a door or a window; how to make the most of small space; how to do stenciling; how to make rugs, etc.

THE FAMILY FOOD Most of us eat too much. All of us Pay more than

By T. C. O'Donnell  we need for our food. A practical, thorough book on the way to get the most efficient food for little money. It discusses every familiar article of diet, tells its cost, its food value, and its effects on the body, and gives menus showing how to economize and keep well. It is written in a simple plain style for plain people, by a recognized authority.

THE FAMILY HEALTH This book tells how to keep well, and how to

By Myer Solis-Coheo, M.D.keep well, and how to build up the natural forces that combat disease. It gives definite information that can be put into practice, fl It treats problems of ventilation, heating, lighting, drainage, disposal of refuse, destruction of insects, and cleansing, Under personal hygiene it discusses bathing, clothing, food, drink, work, exercise, rest and the care of the eyes, ears, throat, teeth, nails, hair and figure. A chapter is devoted to the mind, and the prevention of nervousness and insanity. Directions are given for nursing at home. This book tells the family just "what to do before the doctor arrives.”

THE FAMILY  HOUSE A helpful book that tells what to look for in the

By C. F. Osborne, Architectlocation of a house, price or amount of rent,

exposure, plumbing, fixtures, light­ing, ventilation, water, how to tell whether a house is well built, dry and warm, what is the best plan and how to get comfort and artistic effects in furnishing. Whether one is renting, buying or building, this book will save annoyance, time and money.