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THE SPREAD OF DEMOCRACY.

"The Earl of Loudoun, whose English seat it is, possesses eight
jeerages."--_Field_.

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ANOTHER IMPENDING APOLOGY.

"'Honour among thieves' is an old saying, but the pickpocket who
stole Lieut.-Commander Grieve's watch during his reception was an
exception to the rule."--_Illustrated Leicester Chronicle_.

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A correspondent asks us if there is any truth in the statement that
Peace will be signed in time for the Peace Celebrations. At the moment
of going to press it is still doubtful.

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"NOTE.--The Swan used in this Production is supplied by the
well-known firm of Messrs. Swan and Edgar, Piccadilly Circus,
London."--_Programme of Shakespeare Theatre, Liverpool_.

We understand that the business is in the charge of Mr. EDGAR during his
partner's absence.