Evening Republican, Volume 15, Number 196, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 19 August 1911 — Found In the Appendix. [ARTICLE]

Found In the Appendix.

An observing individual, thinking that in view of the time that Noah Webster has been dead there should be some amendments to the definitions he authorized, suggests the following samples: Mosquito—The embodiment of perseverence. Has a longer bill than the plumber and presents it oftener. Works day and night Meek and cheerful under abuse and does not let it interfere with his industry. Ant —A hard worker and cross, as many hard workers are. Very inquisitive, particularly so as to the inside of pants legs at picnics. Can carry off more graft at a life than an alderman or a United States senator. The greatest known cause of near profanity among housewives. Hornet —Sharp and aggressive. Deficient in courtesy and politeness. Stands on ceremony or anything else; sits down hard. Nervous, and communicates it to other people. Fly—Honest and affectionate indisposition. A great humorist; has fun with everybody. Slow to take offense and a great dodger. Bumblebee—Full of common sense, industry and other things. Some What loud in conversation and a good deal of a bully. Has a warm heart and * red hot business end; never too busy for an engagement. Flea —Mercurial and flighty; not to be depended upon. A great traveler, but stops frequently for refreshments.