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he would be very fond of, because it would be like a dictionary to him in future, to which he would refer whenever at a loss for a meaning of the word. I. P. A.

A MAN-SERVANT'S DRESS.

(From the Footman's Directory.)

THE Footman enters into more minute particulars, in the following extract, than we should have thought necessary. Such advice, however, may, in some cases, be needful, and we therefore present it to those of our readers whom it may concern.

"It forms an important part of an in-door servant's business to keep himself clean and well dressed; indeed it is thought so much of by some families, that they will not take a person into the house who has not a smart and clean appearance. Every servant, therefore, should be allowed money and clothes sufficient to do it with; but he must not bestow so much time and thought on his person as to turn his attention from his work. Î have known some, whose appearance has given the greatest satisfaction, yet who were so slovenly in their business, that their employers have been forced to send them away; and others who have done their work well, yet have so far neglected cleanliness in their own person, that they were obliged to be discharged also. There must be cleanliness and neatness of person, and likewise diligence and attention to your business, if you would make a good servant. Recollect, however, that respectability does not consist in having a large gold chain and bunch of seals, or in our cravats being tied so tight that we cannot move our heads without turning the whole body, nor even in letting a pocket-handkerchief hang out of the pocket a foot long; nor does it consist in wearing

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clothes which are too expensive for the situations we are in, although we may ape the dandy, and strut about like persons of consequence. I shall endeavour to point out to you wherein I consider true respectability of appearance to consist. In the first place, you must consider that, when you go out to service, you must dress to please others rather than yourself. Steer clear of either a slo venly habit, or a foppish and extravagant one.Take heed that what you wear may be becoming the situation you are in, and never try to outvie your master in dress. I have seen this done, and I have also seen the same servants afterwards like vagrants, when they have been out of place for a little while, having spent in extravagance and folly what they ought to have saved for their support in the time of necessity and affliction. You should have proper things for changing; enough to last a fortnight without washing, particularly if you travel. Let your shirts have frills to them; or have your neckcloth so long that you can fold it neatly over your breast; which is the fashion now, and looks very neat, if properly done: in this case, you will want no frills to your shirts. Have white cotton stockings, and white cravats to wait on the family, and never wear black or any coloured neckcloths after the morning; you can, however, have coloured stockings and neck cloths to do your dirty work in. If you have a livery found you, of course you will have sufficient to appear clean and creditable in, with hats, and wash-leather gloves; but, if you find your own clothes, let them be well made, and of good quality, but never in the extreme of the fashion. Tie or pin your neckcloth neatly, and use a stiffener in it; turn up your hair in front, and let the other part be kept smooth. If you have to wear hair powder, be very particular in keeping your hair neat, and in adjusting it again

appearance greatly depends on his hair being in order, and his neckcloth neatly put on. Never put your stockings on with holes in them, as they make a wretched contrast to a fine coat. Be particular in having your linen well washed. Never wear your things too long, or make them too dirty before you have them washed. Always have drawers instead of linings to your small-clothes, that you may have them washed; likewise keep your feet clean, and often change your stockings; particularly in the summer, if your feet are inclined to be damp; for if you do not, they will be very disagreeable to people about you; but you must not soak them much in water, for that will make them very tender: keep a towel for this purpose, and dip it into water, and rub a little soap on, and wipe them every day as often as you change your stockings. Keep your person clean altogether, and change your linen frequently. You will find it necessary to have several pairs of shoes, as you will want thick ones for the carriage, or to walk about in, and light ones to wait at table in. You ought not to wear boots unless you are travelling, nor should you wait at table in gaiters. If you have time, always change your things, and wash yourself before dinner but, in some families, you will find it impossible to do so, as they are unthinking enough to keep the servant out till dinner is ordered, and ready to be put on the table. If you find this the case, let it make you more alert in having your things all laid ready, so that, if you can find a moment, you may slip them on without loss of time, as it is always desirable to appear neat and clean in waiting at dinner.

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You will find it difficult to do well without a watch, as you will often be ordered at a particular time, when you may not be able to get to look at a clock; besides which, clocks frequently differ, and a few minutes is sometimes of great consequence.

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But there is no occasion to go to an extravagant price for a watch. Be more careful to get a good one, that will keep time well, than a fine looking one with a great bunch of seals, as that is foppish and extravagant, and we may all find better uses for our money than merely to nurse our pride with it."

BISHOP OF CHESTER ON CONFIRMATION. THE following important advice is extracted from the Bishop of Chester's address to the children who had just received from his Lordship the rite of Confirmation.

(From the Macclesfield Herald.)

My Young Friends,

I HAVE had great satisfaction in administering the ordinance of Confirmation at this time to so many young persons.

I hope that the ordinance will find place in your hearts. It will prove a good to you in proportion as it does so. Pray to God for grace; for, however sincere you may be in your desires, or however you may resolve to walk in the paths of righteousness, all will prove in vain without the grace of God. Without it, you cannot do a good action, or think a good thought. You are now solemnly devoted to religion for the remainder of your lives. Be diligent in your attendance at Church on the Lord's Day; it is you duty to do so; there to confess your sins; to worship God, and to supplicate his favour; to hear his most holy word both read and preached by his Ministers, and to avail yourselves of his unspeakable grace, in the sacrifice of his Son upon the cross; think and meditate upon

all who are of proper age, to take an early opportunity of receiving the Sacrament. Remember the words of Christ, "Do this in remembrance of me." The religion you profess, is a holy religion; and, to be preserved in it, it is necessary that you should be in the practice of private and earnest prayer to God, to beseech him for his blessing, and to thank him for all the good things you receive both for the body and the soul. All things must be asked for in faith; but your prayers and petitions cannot be profitable unless they come from the heart. Strive to acquire a habit of secret prayer. Turn your hearts frequently to mental prayer, even when engaged in your daily business. The occupations of this world should not prevent you from often turning to God. When evil thoughts arise in your minds, and such will sometimes be the case, then, address God in prayer. You have now solemnly taken upon you the vow of your Christian calling, pray fervently for strength to perform it. Carefully study God's word. Take your Bibles frequently in hand, and beseech God to purify your faith.

My Young Friends,-I hope that you will consider me as your friend-as a friend who wishes for your everlasting happiness, and your comfort in this world. Let me entreat you to look to religion, and be assured that "all her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace." Remember that there are two paths set before you. The one will lead to everlasting happiness, the other to eternal damnation. Seek for that better path.

Do not spend the remainder of this day in a careless, heedless, manner, but in serious meditation; and earnestly beseech God for his blessing on this ordinance of the Church. Quit the place quietly and reverently, that all may see that the blessing of God attends you, lest any should think

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