Military Private A. Trichney, M.M., andtootompPUF. Medal ..." _Daily
Paper._

Private TRICHNEY'S second distinction was awarded presumably for something
extra good in the bombing line.

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"Lord Beauchamp, opening an Economy Exhibition at Gloucester on
Saturday, said that among many interesting exhibits was one described
as 'Frocks for the twins from Uncle's pyjamas.' He hoped that the child
who sent this exhibit would get the prize it deserved."--_Daily Mail._

Uncle has probably seen to that.

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[Illustration: THE BREAKING OF THE FETTERS.]

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ELLA REEVE.

One can't be too careful how one boasts, especially if there is the chance
of the boast being put quickly to the proof. In fact, it is better perhaps
not to boast at all.

I was sitting with a friend and a stranger in a London restaurant, having
joined their table for coffee. The stranger, on introduction, turned out to
be connected with the stage in some capacity as agent, and among his