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LAND AND WATER 
CHOOSING KIT 
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popularity of this furm of waterproof, for ccrlainl\- it scores 
in the matter of portabihty and — as long as it is uninjured — 
of efficiency. For smaller articles, such as toilet holdalls and 
cases for papers, it has no rival. If one is willing to take good 
care of oiled silk ecjuipment its lightness and general handiness 
place it in the very front rank of waterproofed fabrics. 
Air Cusliions— and a Cover 
I^eference was made some weeks ago to a Japanese air 
cushion which, at very small cost, gives sufficient strength and 
wearing qualities to make it a highly desirable item of equip- 
ment. It can now be obtained with a washable khaki cover, 
which takes away the uncomfortable " feel " attaching to 
most air cushions and protects the airtight fabric from injury 
with very slight increase of bulk. As far as can be seen the 
principal use of this cushion is for naval men ; it can be 
carried in a vest pocket and when inflated would keep two or 
three men afloat (if need should arise) as long as they could 
c.\ist in the water. The air collar issued to men has come in 
for a good deal of criticism, but without inspection it is 
imfKJssible to pronounce on its merits. In this cushion, 
however, is an article which would appreciably reduce the 
risks run by every man afloat. 
{To be continued next week) 
" The Writers' and Artists' Year Book, 1915 "published by Adam 
and Charles Black, Ltd., has been compiled in order to meet the needs 
of the free-lance contributor. It is more difficult to place stories than 
to write them ; but if writers study the requirements given by the 
editors themselves in this book they will have a good chance of 
success. 
Messrs. W. W. Greener have recently pubUshed, at 2s., a book 
on " Team-Training and Teamcraft," with a chapter on the Ashburton 
Shield Teams by " O.T.C." In the opening remarks the author points 
out the growing importance of team shooting as training for sporting 
and military purposes and reminds us that very little has been written 
or published on this subject. There is no doubt the hints offered will 
be appreciated by those who wish to see team shooting develop. 
Fop use in the Field 
MEDICINES IN PORTABLE FORM 
Messrs. Savory & Moore have for some years prepared various 
medicines in the form of thin, pliable, gelatine sheets, or I.amejs, 
of uniform thickness, divided into small squares, each of which 
contains an exact quantity of the medicine with which the sheet is 
impregnated, and represents an ordinary dose. An accurate dose 
of any particular medicine can thus be cut off and administered 
on the instant without the least trouble or risk of error. 
The sheets are 2J in. by 4 in. in size, and leather cases are 
supplied 10 hold one dozen or more. Thus a complete and efficient 
medicine chest is compressed into the size of a small letter-case 
which may be carried in the pocket, and all risks from carrying 
glass bottles on the person when in action are avoided. 
SAVORY*. MOORE'S 
GELATINE LAM ELS 
The Lamels are thoroughly sterilised and aseptic. They keep for 
long periods without deterioration, are easily soluble, and are 
practically unaffected by extremes of climate. Their utility has 
been abundantly proved in the present campaign, and supplies are 
being regularly sent to many members of the British force. A list 
of selected medicines suitable for use in the Field will be sent on 
application. 
Pr^JC'R'^ ^ iingl' '>>"l 0/ Lamtls (2-1 doses) ■ ■ ■ ■ 116 
r/\l\^l^^ Case lo hold 12 sheeli 2/ff 
Case containing 12 sheets, with waterproof cover compltU - - • 211- 
SAVORY & MOORE, LTD. 
Chemists to the King, New Bond St., London. 
BLICK Typewriters 
MADE IN U.S.A.) 
A hiBh-grade Typeivni ng macliine possessing all the attribules of .a high-class 
typewnler al a very low price. Visible writing, changeable type, universal or 
scicniihc keyboard ; portal>Ie to the extreme, strong and durable. These are the 
points that make the Blick Typewriter of the highest possible value at an eilremelv 
low price. 
The Blick Ty|iewriter is a machine with a 20 years' reputation. It is the ideal 
machine for the office, for literary or home use, and the traveller, for the War 
correspondent, or those in active Naval or Military service. Write for list No 05 A 
Kivmg full details of the ■Featherweight Secretary," as it is usually called, for its 
wcinht IS on ly 5 lb. Th e Blick Typewriter Co., Ltd., 9 and 10 Cheapside, E C 
BEST QUALITY 
AMERICAN GUM BOOTS 
as worn in the Trenches, absolutely water- 
proof and reliable. 
Price 
21/- 
A Rifle Brigade Officer writes :— 
" / have now American Gum Boots, and they 
are absolutely perfect. We have to walk in 
ivater and mud ivell over our ankles, but I have 
not had wet feet ever since I got these boots. I 
wear three pairs of thick socks and cork soles, 
and my feet art now not only dry but quite 
warm all day long." 
Send P.O. or call and see these Boots 
Samuel Brothers, 
LIMITED, 
65-7 Ludgate Hill, London, E.C. 
"I COULD NOT SLEEP. 
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The words of a Sergeant just returned from tlie front. 
He said : " It was either a question of taking ofiF my boots and making a pillow of 
them, and that was not comfortable, or else taking off my great coat and making a 
pillow of that, but of course I needed that to wear." 
This is what many more are experiencing. Why not send your friend an air-cushion ? 
THEY ARE UNBREAKABLE. 
Will stand the combined weight of four men, and when deflated will go into the 
waistcoat pocket. Also suitable to naval men, as in case of necessity it will 
keep them afloat. 
PRICE 2/3. postage Id. (with washable khaki cover). 
,, 1/6 ,1 id. (without washable khaki cover). 
WILLIAMS & EDGAR, Dept. T., 23 Coleman St., Lotjdon, E.G. 
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I LEATHER WAISTCOATS I 
I FOR ACTIVE SERVICE I 
Of finest heavy- 
weight Ian chamois 
lealher, full length, 
with sleeves. 
Price 
50/. 
Of same material, 
but ordinary vest 
length. 
Price 
42/- 
^ An unequalled range of leather garments in stock. ^ 
— M^ri/e for "Comforts for tht Trenchct," — 
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E 2, Conduit Street, W. E 
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