Word: pocketed
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Dates: during 1870-1879
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...high that it was unnoticed by the maiden. Her thoughts, indeed, were running upon pickpockets; and the probability that even she might be robbed of her small sum and the locket that contained the picture of her lover led her to thrust her hand hastily into her pocket to secure her purse. Horror! she finds a hand already there. Surely it is the hand of a thief. Grasping it bravely and holding it fast, she looked up for the owner, and was surprised to find that the villain had such a gentlemanly face. He even smiled sweetly upon...
Fire-ladders may be found in a locker under Weld. The key to this locker may be found in the pocket of the Superintendent of the Yard; but where he may be found, we are not prepared to state at present...
...soothing the dear patient's fevered brow. No, he will push a leetle farther along the Riviera. The truth is, that a little pecuniary transaction took place on Pooter's departure from home, between himself and his revered grandparents. Ever since then the money has burnt in his pocket, and has nearly eaten its way through two pairs of Poole's best trousers. The ingenious youth's intention is to increase his pile, if possible, at the expense of the hereditary Prince of Monaco. Is the dear boy inclined to be extravagant? Oh, dear, no! it is merely that...
GENERAL LISTER wishes to warn students against leaving valuables in the dressing-rooms of the Gymnasium. Three watches were found in one room a few days ago, and three pocket-books have been found on the floor...
...many "pocket companions" that are distributed gratis through the College rooms is found the remarkable statement that Pius IX, is the present Pope, January...