SORCERY, n. The ancient prototype and forerunner of political influence. It was, however, deemed less respectable and sometimes was punished by torture and death.

A person of greater enterprise than discretion, who in embracing an opportunity has formed an unfortunate attachment.

Creditor. One of a tribe of savages dwelling beyond the Financial Straits and dreaded for their desolating incursions.

EXTINCTION, n. The raw material out of which theology created the future state.

RECREATION, n. A particular kind of dejection to relieve a general fatigue.

PHILISTINE, n. One whose mind is the creature of its environment, following the fashion in thought, feeling and sentiment. He is sometimes learned, frequently prosperous, commonly clean and always solemn.

The poor man's price of admittance to the favor of the rich is his self-respect.