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King Country Chronicle, Volume IV, Issue 259, 14 May 1910, Page 4

Caruso, the great tenor, is a ventriloquist as well, and he recently told a story of his ventriloquial skill. "I was one of a house-party at a millionaire's castle," he said. "Tea had been served in the garden, and after tea I sang. Then I consented to essay a little ventriloquism, and the fifty or sixty guests grew very still. "Behind me rose a superb tree. Looking up into the thick foliage, I shouted in an angry voice : " 'Hallo ! What are you doing up there ?' "To mj amazement, a thin voice replied : "'I ain't doin' no harm, mister. I'm just a-watchin* the big bugs.' "The guests glanced at one another smiling appreciatively. Pulling myself together, I went on : " 'Did anyone give you permission to climb up into that tree ?' " " 'Yes. sir. The second groom, sir. He's my cousin.' " 'Well,' said I, 'so far there's no harm done. But be careful not to fall, and don't let anyone see you.' " 'All right, mister,' said the humble voice. "I turned to my audience, and bowsd and smiled triumphantly. They broke into thunderous applause. They said they had never listened to ventriloquism so superb. And they hadn't."

Over 90 per cent, of the world s supply of platinum is produced in Russia. BOTTLING HIS RAGE. The Happy Harriet was crowded with passengers, for it was Regatta Day at Redpudd e. The water was full of craft and fog, and skilful handling was very necessary. A mighty steamboat loomed up ahead. "Port 'er, lad —sharp, port 'er !" bellowed Spanker. In a flash, the steersman had bolted and Spanker rushed over to the wheel. Another flash, and the man was back with two bottles. "Sorry, sir," he gasped. "But they ain't got no porter dahn below, so I collared a couple o' beers, and, blow me, skipper, you needs 'em—you looks gasping like !" The skipper bottled his rage—after emptying the bottles. /ANTED— Visitors to Te Kuiti to . / call at the Arcadia Dining Roomß. Good Table, 3 courses for Is.