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Future Dictates of Fashion (The Strand, 1893) A humorous look at what fashions in the 20th century might be, based on the "discovery" of a book published 100 years later... happily most of these predictions never came to be, but interestingly, the article "predicts" that "cigars went out of fashion 20 years ago. Men and women consumed so much tobacco that their health was endangered..." Not so far off! How to Cook a Pumpkin (Cassell's Family Magazine, 1883) This article explains not only how to cook this "American favourite" (unfamiliar to many in Britain), but how to plant and grow them. It offers, of course, a recipe for pumpkin pie, as well as pumpkin tart, soup, Buckland stew and trifle. Round the London Restaurants (Windsor, 1896) A look at the various and varied eateries of London. Our Brothers and Sisters (Girl's Own Paper, 1901) Since boys don't read girls' magazines, "There is no use my writing here, 'My dear fellows, what are you thinking about in letting your sisters fetch and carry for you like that, and expecting them always to give in to your will and pleasure?'" Paper Modeling (Peterson's Magazine, 1858) Charming piece on how to create a house out of paper - a craft that is very much coming back into vogue today! Dogs and Cats as Sitters (Windsor, 1902) An artist discusses the delights and difficulties of having pets as models - with lots of wonderful illustrations! Curiosities of Foot-Gear (Cassell's Family Magazine, 1889) From Roman sandals to the French chopine, a look at some odd, extravagant, and definitely ankle-twisting footwear throughout history. A Detective on Detective Stories (Cassell's Family Magazine, 1895) This unnamed detective from Scotland Yard doesn't think very highly of detective fiction, and explains his reasons... Home Cooking (Ingalls, 1888) Recipes for a Thanksgiving Day menu. Animal Actualities: Cuckoo, the Little Police Constable (The Strand, 1900) A confrontation between a burglar and a cockatoo. Fiction: "A Motor in the Bullring" (The Strand, 1903 An American offers a variation on the bullfighting tradition. Poetry: The Birds' Farewell The Summer's Aftermath A Rainy Day