Aberdeen has discovered a new gamr—a story-telling competition. It will be remembered that some months ago the Marquis of Aberdeen challenged any member of the Aberdeen Rotary Club to a bout of story-telling, and ex-Lord Provost Sir James Taggart accepted. On that occasion Sir James was adjudged victor, but on a second, and more public trial of skill, the honours have fallen to the Marquis. This was one of his Lordship's stories, drawn from his own experience. He happened one evening to be having little supper at the Ladies' }Empire Club, where the excellent plan was adopted of allowing the husbands of members to enjoy some jof the privileges of the club. That was how he had gained access on the occasion. For some reason, which he could not remember, Lady Aberdeen was not actually present with him. However, very soon an attractive young lady entered. He cast a furtive glance towards her, but did not think he could claim acquaintance. However, to his great satisfaction, in a few me ments, she said, "How do you do,
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