in the charming pages before us, and enthral the
interest. We recommend the work not only to the student, but to all
readers of intelligence. Those already familiar with the subject will
find much rare and original matter; while those to whom it is new will
be astonished and startled with the unsuspected resources of the magical
regions through which 'Rambles among Words' will conduct them.

THE VAGABONDS. By J. T. TROWBRIDGE. With Illustrations
by F. O. C. Darley. New York: James G. Gregory, 46 Walker street.

Most of the readers of the _Atlantic Monthly_ will remember 'The
Vagabonds'--a poem remarkable for its truth and pathos. Darley has
caught the spirit of the 'two travellers'--indeed, the expression of
love and pity in the face of the dog is almost human. If we but read
this poem aright, a moral lies in every verse, teaching us compassion
for erring humanity, and mercy to the dumb creatures whom no sin or
degradation can alienate from their loyal affections. We thank Darley
for these exquisite and tender illustrations. They are worthy of his
fame. May they save our poor four-footed 'Rogers' many a kick, and
elicit a deeper sympathy for earth's unfortunate vagabonds!

EDITOR'S TABLE.

THE METROPOLITAN FAIR IN AID OF THE UNITED STATES SANITARY COMMISSION.

Believing it to be the duty of all public and private citizens, of all
journals and publications, to do whatsoever may be in their power to aid
the Metropolitan Fair in the effort to sustain the Sanitary Commission
in its important functions, we propose devoting to this purpose the
pages of our Editor's Table.

Fort Sumter fell on the 15th of April, 1861; on the 16th, the
President's proclamation calling out seventy-five thousand troops to
suppress an armed rebellion was issued. The effect was electric,
startling the loyal States into sudden activity. Men rushed to arms, and
women thronged together to devise means to alleviate suffering likely
soon to occur among the brave fellows speeding to face death in behalf
of their country. Surgeons and physicians were invited to meet with them
and instruct them how to make lint, prepare bandages, and educate
nurses.

About fifty ladies met during this juncture at the New York Infirmary
for women, April 25th, 1861, and a committee was appointed to organize
the benevolence of our women into a Central Association. A meeting was
called in the Cooper Institute, April 29th, attended by the largest
assembly of lad