The Russians are lazy and effeminate In the winter they seldom walk, and when they do so they crawl along, muffled up in furs, and do not move with any briskness. One sees a ,treat many military officer. in Moscow, and their want of smartness is noticeable. Numbers are Marys to

Mr. John Dickenson is spoken of as a probable candidate to contest Wentworth in the Liberal Interest in the coming general elections. It is reported that Mayor Stewart intends to sue the Rev. Mr. Greer, the Baptist divine, for alleged libel, on account of the latter's remarks re

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The second lecture of the art course arranged by the Women's Art Association of Canada mill be given in St. George's hall to-night, commencing at eight o'clock. The lecturer. Mr. A. Dickson Patterson, has chosen for his subject "The motive or aim of a picture." Professor Mayor w

The Canadian Packers' Association concluded their annual meeting In the rooms of the .Board of Trade building yesterday afternoon. President W. Bculter occupied the chair. The Executive reported that the past year had been a good one from a business standpoint. Stocks at the beg

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