The Thousandfold Thrill of Life

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horny-handed and sin-seared skipper, a

every port, a cattle keeper on shipboard, an engineer amidst his oily engines, are put before us in Kipling's stories and poemssays the editor of The Warner Library-so that we recognize them as lovable fellowcreatures responsive to the thousandfold thrill of life.

An electric cable, a steam-engine, a banjo, or a mess-room toast offer occasion for song; and lo! they are converted by the alchemy of the imagination until they become a type and an illumination of the red-blooded life of mankind. The ability to achieve this is a crowning characteristic and merit of Rudyard Kipling's work.

Had Kipling stopped with his rollicking ballads of the barrack-room he would have won his place in the hall of famous poets, but he went further and higher as the uncrowned laureate of the English-speaking people.

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where you can hold your stock without the assurance of absolutely steady dividend payments, but with the likelihood that, over a period of years, it will tend to increase in value, you should hold it. If, on the other hand, you need a more conservative investment, one which will not fluctuate and on which the earnings will be regular, you had better sell and not be surprised if the stock goes up or down after you have sold."

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IFE insurance stocks are in many cases admirable investments. The only trouble is that information about them is not as readily available to the general public as is similar information about industrials, rails, and public utilities. From Idaho recently came an inquiry about the Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company. We replied:

"The Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company, to which you refer, is a wellestablished company. It was incorporated in 1868. Its capital is $3,000,000, surplus $8,914,000. It paid 28 per cent on its stock in 1924, 25 per cent in 1926. It had, at last reports, over $585,000,000 of insurance in force.

"Stock of insurance companies of such character and standing are generally considered very good investments."

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Is a yield of "only 5.33 per cent" a good yield? One of our readers in Pennsylvania questioned whether this return on his Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company stock was sufficient. He was attracted by the higher yield of Calumet and Arizona, which would be over 8 per cent. Our answer:

"Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company is a high-grade investment stock. You do not say at what figure you purchased it, but, assuming that it was at or near the present price, your yield would still be good. Such a stock as this proves its worth only if held for a considerable time-extra dividends, stock dividends, rights, etc., being likely

to accrue.

secured by immediate mail a mimeographed sheet of suggestions on the market. A neophyte would discover upon reading their data that they were sponsoring a Canadian mining proposition, adding enough additional information on standard stocks to cover up the disguise.

"Within fifteen hours after receiving their mail they called me by long-distance day rates, and attempted by highpressure method to sell me some stock, stating that they had made arrangements with their 'banking department' to finance same-they were able to buy after the close of the market (Toronto) at the lowest quotation of that day, and would waive commissions. The man

who 'phoned was a typical 'presser' and guaranteed me profits within sixty days, and the usual buncombe of that crowd. "Needless to say, I did not buy." Amen!

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WOULD like your opinion," writes a reader in Maryland, "of Electric Power and Light on the big board as a speculation. I can easily afford to buy 100 shares."

While it is our function to consider in this Department chiefly investments and investing, we never hesitate to report on & speculation, no matter whether we are for or against it. In this particular case we said:

"You are probably familiar with the general set-up and nature of Electric Power and Light. It is rated as speculative at the present time because it does not pay dividends and because it is a relatively new company.

"We would regard it as a very good speculation, since the management is responsible, real properties of great value are owned, and since, lastly, it is one of the companies which are under Electric Bond and Share supervision."

In other words, this is a speculation in real property and with real earning power.

lative, and we would not advise the exchange unless you wish to have a more speculative stock."

me," inquires a reader in New York, "regarding Lehigh Power Securities, as quoted on the Philadelphia Exchange around 191⁄2?"

Our reply:

"This stock is rated as speculative because it is not a dividend-paying company. In our opinion, it is a 'good speculation.' The company is supervised by the Electric Bond and Share Company, and is a public utility combination, owning and operating valuable properties in eastern Pennsylvania. For a conservative long-pull speculation the common stock is well worth considering."

HOTEL BELVEDERE 30,000 ISLANDS, GEORGIAN BAY

unexcelled fishing, boating, batlıing, riding, golf; 5-piece orchestra; tennis. Booklet. A. G. PEEBLES, PARRY SOUND, Ont.

Connecticut

The Wayside Inn

New Milford, Conn. At foot of Berkshires Ideal for long stay or week-end. Bright, airy rooms; all modern improvements. Scenic beauty, health, good living. 80 miles from New York.

Mrs. J. E. Castle, Prop.

Historic Colonial Home in Berkshires 2 hours from N. Y. Sleeping-porch available with meals. Private dining-room if preferred. No other guests. All conveniences, every comfort, in beautifully appointed home. Details, rates, etc., 8,491, Outlook.

District of Columbia

Hotels and Resorts

Massachusetts

Hotels LENOX and BRUNSWICK Boston

in

Write to The Outlook Travel Bureau for rates, bookings, and details.

HOTEL WASHINGTON,D.C.

Near the Capitol and the Union Station

Open to men and women.

Maine

THE HOMESTEAD

Bailey Island, Maine Twenty-fifth season, June 15 to Sept. 15. Large wooded estate on seacoast. Booklet.

Belgrade Lake Camps Belgrade Lakes, Me.

Individual cabins, modern conveniences, best of home cooking. Black bass, trout, salmon, boating, swimming, canoeing and tramping. Other information and booklet on request. FRANCIS D. THWING.

Heald Pond Camps

Three miles from State road, Jackman to Quebec, reached by automobile. Excellent trout and salmon fishing both lakes and streams. Individual Log Cabins with pri vate baths, electric lights and open fireplaces. Main dining-room, unexcelled table, American plau. Trails to mountains and outlying camps. 1,600 ft. above sea-level. Ideal place for rest for those touring to Quebec from all Maine points. For rates and further particulars apply to

Omer G. Ellis, Proprietor, Jackman, Me.

YORK CAMPS LOON LAKE, RANGELEY, MAINE Individual cabins, open fires. bathrooms, hot and cold water, central dining-room. Boating, canoeing, bathing, mountain climbing, and tennis. Automobile road and garage. Golf near by. Booklet on Request. Address J. LEWIS YORK, Prop.

The Beeches, Paris Hill, Maine

Quiet summer home for delicate, nervous or tired persons needing rest. White Mountain view. Pine groves and gardens. Booklet.

MAINE Why not spend your

vacation in the country ou the open ocean? Rates $16, $18, $20. Louise Spilman. THE BREAKERS, Vinalhaven, Me.

129-135 W. ROOMS WITH BATH Single-$3-$4--$5 Double-$5--8--87

St., N.Y.

Evening Dinner and Sunday noon. $1.00 Luncheon .50 Special Blue Plate Service in Grill Room For comfort, for convenience to all parts of the metropolis, for its famous dining service come to Hotel Bristol. You'll feel at home."

Hotel Judson 53 Washington Sq., New York City Residential hotel of highest type, combining the facilities of hotel life with the comforts of an ideal home. American plan $4 per day and up. European plan $1.50 per day and up. SAMUEL NAYLOR, Manager.

HELP WANTED!

Are you in need of a Mother's Helper, Companion, Nurse, Governess, Teacher, Business or Professional Assistant?

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New York

Hotel LENOX.North St.,west of Delaware Ave., Buffalo, N. Y, Superior accommodations; famous for good food. Write direct or Outlook's Bureau for rates, details, bookings.

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Tours and Travel

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Distinctive Journeys

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Interbrook Lodge COTTAGES Constantinople, Cairo, Jerusalem. Augora

KEENE VALLEY, N. Y. Located on hill in spruces and pines, 500 ft. above village on trail to Mt. Marcy. Best moderate-priced hotel in mountains. 400-acre farm in connection. Certified Jersey herd. 1,500 ft. elevation. $18 per week and up. Illustrated booklet on application. B. Tryon & Son.

Fenton House Adirondacks

18 Cottages Altitude 1,571 ft. A noted place for health and rest. Accommodations for tourists. Write for folder and particulars. C. FENTON PARKER, Number Four, N. Y.

Khartum, and off the beaten track places of interest.

Round the World-Sailing October 15. 173 days, timed for events and season-Chrys anthemum Season in Japan-Easter in Pales tine, etc. Contacts with leaders of various nations.

South American Tour-Sailing January 19, including Inca Ruins.

North African Tour-Sailing January. Leader resident of country.

Write for details, rates, etc. to WORLD ACQUAINTANCE TOURS 51 West 49th St., New York City

PINE-OZONE Ideal summer resort with MAJOR W. T. BLAKE, LTD.

INN in the ADIRONDACKS

all home comforts. Cottages to rent. Special June rates N. S. PINNEY, Prop., Jay, N. Y.

Keene Valley Inn and Cottages

KEENE VALLEY, N. Y. Adirondack Mts. Rates $18 to $30 per week. 75 rooms. Fresh vegetables. own garden. Teunis, dancing, golf course two miles. Special rates for Sept. W. W. BLOCK, Prop.

Great Britain and Continental automobile service. Cars to drive yourself. inclusive tours, and hire of car with chauffeur only. Steamship accommodations. For booklets and details write to 578 Madison Ave., New York.

Real Estate Connecticut Wouldn't You Like this 80-Acre Farm

to ramble on or sit in the shade of its wonderful maple trees? Located above Woodbury, in the Litchfield Hills, where cool breezes blow. Beautiful. unspoiled old colonial house, exceptional architecture. 10 rooms, six fireplaces, old latches, etc.; bath, electricity, garage, barn, good land, quantities of fruit. House sweet and clean, furnished with antiques, ready for immediate occupancy. Price complete, $15,500, which is only half cost of replacing buildings.

R.J. MARTIN, Newtown, Conn. Phone 275-4.

Maine

New England Farmhouse. On Maine coast, with 5 acres of land, only $2,250; photos. Ask for our illustrated catalogs. MAINE LAKES & COAST Co., Portland, Maine.

New Hampshire FOR SALE Cottage on Shore of Lake Sunapee, N. H. Fireplace, electric lights, 3 bedrooms, bathroom, boathouse with rowboat, garage, wood lot. Quiet and secluded, but with all the conveniences. Inquire of Mrs. MAUD MARSHALL, Amherst, Mass., or SARGENT & Co., Sunapee, N. H.

FOR SALE Professional man's home. 25 acres, 9 rooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 fireplaces, hardwood floors, furnace, electric lights, spring water, 800 square foot veranda; beautiful mountain views; village and Lake Sunapee 1 mile. Fruit trees and small fruits, wood lot, baru, poultry house. Owner, Lock Box 20, New London, N. H.

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OST your job as a caddy?" one boy asked the other.

"Yep," was the reply. "I could do the work all right, but I couldn't learn not to laugh."

The following letter was recently received by a Chicago company from a native of Africa:

Sir: Connection burden reputation and most respectfully to acquianted with you that: I sercure perceived your desipiation and address by reason of a certain cue affectionate of mine. Consequence: you are a beneficially manufactory at U. S. A. Thus on receipt of this note, take courage to departured me your bargain catalogue including price list ere my order to your destination. Thus, should this application prove me successful, I will always endeavored by dilligent discharged of my occupations to demonstrate my opinion of your kindness.

I am ambushed your benevolence rejoinder in arrived at next mail. Yours sincerely,

HELP WANTED

WANTED-MATRON. Residential school for blind children; location eastern city; exceptional ability and thorough knowledge of dietetics required. 7,931, Outlook.

SITUATIONS WANTED

ARTIST, middle-aged, eligible as teacher in private school, copying portraits, geneal ogical work, typing manuscripts, old letters, or as companion with light duties in house or garden. 7,927, Outlook.

COMPANIONSHIP in home of refinement. Upright elderly lady or gentleman. 7,934, Outlook.

EXPERIENCED English nursery governess desires position. Children 3-8. Country preferred. References. 7,932, Outlook.

POSITION to teach history or English by experienced teacher, M.A. Columbia, studying for Ph.D. degree. 7,930, Outlook.

YOUNG college graduate desires to be a traveling companion. Will go abroad. References exchanged. 7,933, Outlook.

YOUNG lady of refinement wants position as companion. Best of references. 7,928, Outlook. YOUNG lady wants position as governess. Best of references. 7,929, Outlook.

By the Way

It seems there were two Irishmen, Pat and Mike. . . . They had been arguing religion, Pat contending there was no hell, heaven, nor hereafter, and Mike and his wife holding the contrary opinion. Now Pat died, and Mike and his wife went to the funeral. When viewing the remains, Mike burst out laughing. "Hush," said Mike's wife, "you mustn't laugh at a funeral." "I can't help it," Mike replied. "Here's Pat all dressed up and no place to go."

From the Pennsylvania "Punch Bowl:" Brown: "What do you do with your worn-out razor-blades?"

Jones: "I shave with them."

The "Little Church Around the Corner" in New York City, long known for the number of marriages performed, is more popular than ever. In 1916 there were only 740 marriages to 1,996 last year. This year all records are being broken. gifts to the clergy from the bridegrooms run from $1 to several hundred dollars.

"So you were in the army, Ikey?" "Oh, I vas in the army." "Did you get a commission?" "No; only my vages!"

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

PRIVATE ESTAB SCHOOL, LONG LISHED, EXCEPTIONAL RECORD. OFFERS OPPORTUNITY TO EDUCATOR ON SALE, LEASE, OR PARTNERSHIP BASIS. 7,922, Outlook.

STATIONERY

WRITE for free samples of embossed at $2, or printed stationery at $1.50 per box. Also business printing at low prices. Lewis, stationer, Troy, N. Y.

MISCELLANEOUS

TO young women desiring training in the care of obstetrical patients a six months' nurses' aid course is offered by the Lying-In Hospital, 307 Second Ave., New York. Aids are provided with maintenance and given a monthly allowance of $10. For further particulars address Directress of Nurses.

"What do you think of Mr. Blank?" "Oh, he's one of those people that pat you on the back before your face, and hit you in the eye behind your back."

Until a year or two ago about the only plays published in book form were the soNow called "literary plays." scores of Broadway successes are printed and bound every season. Publishers report that the sale of plays in book form has increased threefold in the last two years. The reason is given that play-lovers are rebelling at the type of road companies sent out nowadays and prefer to read up on the hits of the year.

Signs noticed on the backs of ramshackle touring cars:

"Will trade this for slightly used Packard."

"The Ghost of St. Louis."

From an exchange:

"Pa, you remember you promised to give me $5 if I passed in school this year?" "Yes, Tommy."

"Well, pa, you ain't gonna have that expense."

The average expenditure in America per person for candy, ice-cream, and confections is $18.15. The average expenditure for books is $1.10.

A doctor was finishing his round of the links when his small Negro caddie remarked, "Doctor, ain't you got some shoes up yonder in yo' locker you don't want? I needs some bad."

"Perhaps," said the doctor. "What size do you wear?"

"I dunno, sah, 'cause I ain't never bought none dat-er-way-I either kin git in 'em or I can't."

The amount of advertising in the United States has doubled in the past ten years, Francis H. Sisson reported at the Magazine Club. Twenty-five per cent of this increase has come about in the past three years.

Some folks wear diamonds of
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to fair society's place.
they find of real worth 'gainst win-
ter's cold,

And ride hobby some trinket of gold. Red -, they think symbolic of waste. But "sans" thoughts, we find and disgrace!

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