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show off the display. A careful study of the color scheme 
and the selection of just the right shades will often make 
the difference between success and failure. 
Racks are best used for box exhibits, and tables for 
plates and similar displays. The position of both is 
studied with reference to light. The effects of light by 
day and gas or electric lights by night are quite differ- 
ent. Often displays lose in attractiveness because of a 
too glaring light. A soft, diffused light is preferable 
to insufficient or harsh lights. The best position for 
racks is at an angle of about 45 degrees and high 
enough so the average man cannot look over the top. 
If too flat or too straight the view will not be as good, 
and part of the effectiveness lost. Tables can be ar- 
ranged in most any way that will give good light with 
ease and convenience for examination. The more iso- 
lated each class can be, the better will be the general 
effect. If plate exhibits can be set off in a corner or in 
a room by themselves better results can be had. 
Advertising.— All shows to be a success must be well 
advertised. This is the work of the management, and if 
Fig. 120—A NEW ENGLAND BOX AND BARREL DISPLAY 
