[Clarke, William], 1800-1838 · Boston, Munroe and Francis · leaf 75
se use it is intended. THE TANTALUS TRICK. An amusing scene may be produced by requesting a person to standwith his back close against the wall, and, when in this position, placing apiece of money on the ground, a short distance before him, and offering itto him if he can pick it up without moving… … TO TAKE A CHAIR FROM UNDER YOU WITHOUT FALLING. The figure represents a youth with the back part of his head restingon one stout chair, and his heels upon another, and a third chair, which ought to be of rathera lighter make, isplaced under him.He must stiffen hisbody and limbs,throwup the chest,…
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