LAND AND WATER 
December 26, 19 14 
liven, so much tliat \vc arc surprised that more attention 
has not been given to the question of hotels. It is true 
liDteis arc often named under " Places of interest on the 
route," but no details are given, and more often than not 
(juite large towns appear to have no hotels at all, if their not 
being nuntioned means they do not exist. A list of Inter- 
national road signs is given ; and another of German and Dutch 
toad signs. The work is well indexed, and has a very clearly 
piinteci road map of the whole of Germany. Altogether, we 
consider it a very useful and interesting publication to those 
for whom it was written. 
THE "RISING SUN" BY NIGHT* 
As explained in the preface, many books have been 
written on Japan as viewed through European eyes. 
In this case the book is written by one of the Japanese, 
and is all the more enjoyable as, naturally, the writer does 
not make the errors when describing native customs and 
scenes which arc frequently customary when strangers write 
of foreign lands. The social habits and customs of the 
people make exceedingly interesting reading, and the value 
of the book is further enhanced with forty illustrations by 
native artists. 
» " The Night Side of Japan." Bjf T. Fujimoto. (T. Werner 
Laurie, Ltd.) 7s. 6d. 
What promises to be a very popular game this season is the 
Black Cat War Game, introduced by the manufacturers of that well- 
known brand of cigarettes and supphed free as one of the profit-sharing 
gifts in exchange for thirty coupons — one of which is found in every 
threepenny packet — and twopence, the actual cost of postage. The 
Black Cat \Var Game consists of a coloured folding board, about 
19 inches by lo inches, with twenty-two pieces or " men " and a book 
of instructions. It is wonderfully simple, and yet full of exciting 
positions, and is especially interesting from its lessons in the geography, 
the strategy, and the tactics of war. To the men in the training 
camps, as well as to the children at home, the Black Cat War Game 
would prove an acceptable gift. 
Messrs. W. Jelks & Sons, 263 HoUoway Road, I^ondon, N., 
have on their premises a large stock of beautiful furniture sent by 
officers and others called abroad, the whole of which is on sale at 
" War Prices." This firm are at the present time exceptionally 
busy, and the whole of the staff has been retained on full wages, although 
many motor vehicles and horses have been requisitioned. 
Cutting Down the Coai. Bill.— It is an economy worth trying 
to substitute for the present old-fashioned grate in one's sitting-room 
one of the Hue Barlcss Fires, made by Young & Marten, Ltd., of 
Stratford, !•"., which can be adajitcd to any already existing fire-place. 
-■Ml vou have to do is to send to Messrs. Young & Marten a template 
or paper pattern of the size and shape of your hearth, and they will 
supply you with a Hue Fire to fit it. .\ny ordinary workman can 
then easily remove the old grate and put in the new one in a very short 
spac'c of time. The Hue Fires arc most pleasant to look at, throw 
the heat well into the room instead of up the chimney, and consume 
very much less fuel than the old-fashioned high grate. 
The Men-on-the-March Pipes and Tobacco League has an 
admirable and comprehensive aim. Its organisation is intended to 
arrange for the distribution of pipes, tobacco, and cigarettes to our 
troops wherever they may be for the remainder of the war. This is a 
big order and will need a large sum of money. It is precisely, however, 
.such a League, covering the whole ground, which is needed. It has 
made a good beginning, and the general public, when it becomes fully 
alive to what is intended and the usefulness of the work, will readily 
find the funds. Full particulars regarding the working of the League 
can be obtained from the Hon. Secretary, Miss Anne Walton, 
4a Cockspur Street, London, S.W. All cheques (crossed Union of 
London and Smith's Bank, Regent Street branch) should be sent to 
the Hon. Treasurer, Roy Scrniman, Esq., 4a Cockspur Street, S.W. 
The League was founded by Miss Collyns, whose work among the 
troops during the Boer War will be remembered. 
Mr. a. Baird-Carter has just published a picture painted by 
Miss Maud Earle — " Le Brave Beige." It is printed in colours, and 
is a very fine example of this artist's work, whose painting of dogs 
is so well known and admired. The size is 12 J in. by loj in., and 
the price is one guinea each — postage si.xpence extra. This sum 
goes, without deduction, to the money that is being raised in aid of 
the Belgian Relief Fund, and the picture will make a most appropriate 
Christmas present. 
The well-known firm of piano makers, Broadwoods, have 
organised some special concerts and entertainments during the 
winter months for the soldiers now in training in the various camps. 
The idea is to utilise and, as far as possible, give employment to many 
professional musicians who find their income reduced owing to the 
war. The entertainments will be given free of all expenses to the 
soldiers and sailors, and it is hoped that the public will assist the 
scheme by subscribing generously towards the expenses. 
Officers requiring their outfits without delay cannot do better 
than go to Messrs. Tacon, of 277 High Holborn, for khaki shirts, 
which are turned out by this firm to measure within two hours. The 
quality is the best procurable, and although the articles are made 
so speedily they will bear comparison with any goods of the kind. 
A visit to this establishment will convince intending purchasers of 
the quality of the goods supplied and also of the personal attention 
bestowed on customers. 
Tht LA NCET lays : "We ftund that Iki staUmenIs madt 
in retard U Ike merits of this taper are correct. The paper, 
at any rate, is free from injurious or irritatinz substances, 
smooth, and, while firm, becomes soft and apparently soluble like thin 
rice Paper in contact with water. ' ' 
THE MOST PERFECT TO I LET PAPER EVER PRODUCED 
f^^2& 
If you are not usinf! " NOVIO " TOILET PAPER 
you are not using the BEST AND MOST ECONOMICAL. 
Costs but little more than the cheaper makea, and the ROLI S 
CONTMN MORE THAN DOUBLE THE OUANTITY. 
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Uatls in EMOLAnD by EnULiaU FlAM employing fiftaLiSll LABUUK 
SOLD EVERYWHERE in Rolls. Packets, Cartons by all 
ChemtstB, Stores. Grocers, and Stationers. 
Wholesale only of the Sole Makers, Chadwick Works, 
26 Grove Park, S.E. 
SEND TO-DAY. BE BRITISH. 
P 
SECURE EARLY AND PREVENT 
DISAPPOINTMENT. JUST IN. FOR 
ATRIOTIC 4 mml xmas post cards 
XMAS I t^ What the 
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and Christmas Cards POST FREE. 
Special Line ENGLISH PRODUCT Memories of- 
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Lovely Leafietted Designs with Envelopes complete in 
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Containing 25 Golden Versed Leafletled Xmas 
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GET NOW. 
This Last Parcel are all Tuck's Beautiful Christinas Cards. 
ALL SENT POST FREE -STAMPS OR P.O. MONEY BACK IF NOT APPROVED. 
Send Now to TOLER BROS., SAVOY STREET, STRAND, LONDON. 
Active 
Service 
Goods. 
HILLS* London-made Barb Wire Nippers. 
Used everywhere. Largely supplied during the South 
African War and present crisis, (jreat power iu small 
compass. In Saddle Case, 24/-, post paid ; without 
case, 14/6, post 3d. Several other patterns iu stock. 
Campaign Knives, many patterns ; Tockct Folding Axes, 
Tinder, etc., Lighters, lling lielts with Chains and 
Fitting*; Needle, Thread, and Button Cases ; Com- 
passes — many kinds; Map Measurers; Knife, Fork, 
and Spoon Comhinations; Portahle Dry Battery 
■Jorchc'* and Lamps; I'ocket Hoof Picks; iloll-up 
IJrcssing Cases, etc. 
HILL & SON, 4 HAYMARKET, LONDON. 
Established nearly a Century. Lists forwarded 
NEW ZEALAND & AUSTRALIA 
CallinK at TENERIFFE, CAPE TOWN, and HOBART. 
SaSa & Aa COa S STEAM Er's 
(largest in the trade leave London (Gravesend following day) 
-TAINUI" (t.s), January 7. " IONIC ■' (t.s.). Feliruary 4. 
Wireless TeleKrapliy, Unsuri>as8ed Accouimodation lor Passengers 
itt. and, and 3id Class. SPACIOUS STATE ROOMSforONE. TTVO 
or THREE PKRSONS at MODERATE FARES. Apply to Sliaw 
S..m, » Albion Co.. Ltd., ,4. L.««l«ihill Street, E.G.. end «.. Pali 
Hail; 0. to Whit. Sur Lto«, Liverpool, and i, Cockspur Street. S.W. 
CUPISS' 
CONSTITUTION BALLS. 
_TRADE MARK. 
FOR HORSES. 
For Grease, Swelled Legs, 
Cracked Heels, Coughs, Colds, 
etc., and keeping High-fed 
Horses in Health. 
FOR 
NEAT CATTLE ft SHEEP. 
In cases of Hove or Blown, 
Hide Bound, Loss of Appetite, 
Staring Coat, Distemper, Epi- 
demic or Influenza. 
For Scouring in Calves they are 
almost infallible. 
"Showle Court, Ledbury. 
*' Dear Sirs, — I enclose cheque value ^i 13s. for Constitu- 
tion Balls. I do not like to be without them ; my father and 
myself have used them for cattle and horses for about 50 
years with satisfaction Vours truly, Henry W. Taylor." 
Prepared upwards of 50 years by FRANCIS CUPISS, 
M.R.C.V.S.,Diss. 
PRICES I— 1/9, 3/B, 10/e, 21/- 
iVrile for IlluilraleJ Hand'nook to 
PRANOia CUPISS, LTD. DISS, NORFOUK. 
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BATTLEFIELDSl 
Philips'Large Scale Strategical 
War Map of Central Europe 
EASTERN AND CENTRAL AREA 
48in,by j7in.,WITH INDEX. 
In Envelope Case, 2s. 6d. net, by post 
2S. gd. ; cloth, in Envelope Case, 6s. net, by 
post 6s. 3d. ; or on roller, 6s. net (carriage 
extra) ; on board, in stained oak frame, 
I2s. 6d. net (carriage e.\tra). Shows Hills, 
Forests, Fortresses, etc. 
Uniform with philips' Large Scale 
Strategical War Map of the Western Area, 
described by the Moiiiing Post as "an 
excellent map, clearly printed in pleasant 
colours." 
George Philip & Son. Limited 
The London Geographical Institute, 
32 FLEET STREET, E.C. 
