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We consider this toy one of the most comically quaint of anything yet
made. When seen in motion, laughter is irresistible. The old fellow
commences the performance by slowly rocking backward and forward, as if
debating what he should play, then suddenly he strikes his “favorite,”
and rolling his head from side to side, fiddles in an ecstacy of
enjoyment. Funny as it is, there is something almost pathetic in it, too.
This toy is well and carefully made, and with ordinary care will last for
years.
_Price, $2.50._
The Celebrated Negro Preacher.
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He stands behind a desk, and slowly straightening himself up, turns his
head from side to side and gestures vigorously with his arm. As he warms
to his work, he leans forward over the pulpit, and shakes his head and
hand at the audience, and vigorously thumps the desk. The motions are
so life-like and comical that one almost believes that he is actually
speaking. The face and dress alone provoke irresistible laughter. He
preaches as long as any preacher ought to, and stops when he gets through.
_Price, $2.50._
Our New Clergyman.