the C.S.M.

* * * * *

"It was my first experience of a sandstorm, and I can tell you
that the sensation was a most terrible one. With the aid of my
assistants I got off the camel, which immediately stretched
itself in the sand, and moistening my handkerchief pushed it
across my face."

_Sydney Herald (N.S.W.)._

Wise and dexterous creature! We presume it drew the moisture from its
internal reservoir.

* * * * *

"The second cook, who is an American citizen, managed when the
Germans ordered the lifeboats to be given up to hide one under
his raincoat."--_Western Mail_.

One of the collapsible sort, no doubt.

* * * * *

"Some very daring entrances were forced into these fortresses.
One single soldier not directly concerned with the attack found
20 bottles of champagne in one, drank a glass or two, and went
forward to seek for others. Squeezing into one he discovered a
German officer in bed."--_Daily Mail_.