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258 the environments of the person and the positions of other cards in the layout, in determining which is the correct definition. Sometimes more than one of the clauses are indicated simultaneously.

The following delineation is made on the above spread and the cards reproduced by lines to make it plainer:

DELINEATION UNDER MERCURY. The past shows an obstacle to your gaining certain knowledge which you have craved, which obstacle you have greatly overcome through your power and perseverance. You have shown much courage, and have worked steadily until, by the help of a middle-aged gentleman, who is a good friend to you, you have achieved success in gaining knowledge which largely effects your future success. A sudden disappointment will arise, in a pecuniary way, before many months; a change of employment and a journey will be necessitated thereby.

DELINEATION UNDER VENUS. Indecision and perplexity regarding a love affair is indicated in the past; and a co-partnership or undertaking with a lady, which terminated unfavorably and caused the loss of some money to yourself. You have many friends at present,