Telling Fortunes by Tea Leaves

READINGS O

t learn thy fut

cup will sh

f the symbols, and the method of using this cup, will be helpful for those who are not familiar with its signs. I am not suggesting the use of the "Nelros" saucer, for the reason that its s

the representative of the consultant. The turning of it and dr

een a Diamond and a Horseshoe. Next on the left are a Snake twisted round

over the sign of Venus. Next, an Eye and

gn of Pisces, the Fishes, these

and a Spider abov

's Head and a Hea

mbolic meaning, though their meaning must also

im of the cup, and connecting them

he sign of the Sun below, indicates much prosperity, favours, and general well-be

aturn. This is emblematical of a risk of poverty coming through deceit, and with a Spade over

the Club beyond, indicates joyful news, events meaning much happiness,

, the Eye showing the power of penetration, seeing things in a right perspective, and light thrown on diff

istic is activity, show much alertness and desire for knowledge; the Cross meaning obstacles and hindrances in the chosen

g energy, show the strength, courage, and perseverance needed to carry out a successful career; the Spider bei

he Moon is change, mobility; it is also a symbol of good fortune in the tea-leaves. In combination with the H

has "turned," the symbol of a letter comes in the watery sign )-( with a large ivy leaf beneath it. Further patience will be necessary, the ivy leaf tells us, as the wished-for letter is still far away. The distance from the handle (the consultant) shows this, also the letter symbol being in the watery sign indica

m is the letter "A," the first letter of the consultant's name. Round this init

nd Club making a prediction of the satisfactory news a safe one. The circle round the letter "A" and th

p is a fortunate one. We will now consi

ng towards the handle. These signs foretell bad news probably coming from a far country; the sign of Jupiter and distance from the handle (the consultant) would show this. The symbol of the

tion, and the Spade being a symbol of toil, it is evident that the figure of the man represents someone related to the consultant for whom

ving the welfare of the consultant much in their mind, will be the means in the future of helping her out of the difficulties. The key be

he tea-leaves are read in relation to the signs upon the cup. To so

foretelling the future. Variety is always acceptable, and for t

ONARY O

ealth and comfort; you will g

signifies good ne

l be gratified by a good

s affection and hap

.-A large tow

owing of which you will see the reaping, a short journey from which there

ney; if stationary it gives warning that you will have but little succes

istress for those at sea; to sailors or to those associated with

ign that if they proceed with ca

bly caused by those nearest to you; it also shows much mental distu

vities and social enjoyment

re near, sorrow and d

iends, constancy in love, and the realisation

to be expected in the early autumn; the nature

good fortune in love, rad

of love and joy which ar

dent is predicte

gy will bring you much succes

it denotes malicious and dangerous persons whose tongues are to be

appiness, cheerful condition

redict a happy event

s a new friend; at a distanc

ng your friends, or you may find yourself in the power o

direction; the arch is a sign of hope; your ambition may be g

security and of finding refuge i

gth; stretched out, that a new influence will come into your

ed upon to face difficulties and dangers and that you wi

disagreeable letter from the

appointment and delay; sometimes a sec

sociation with those who study art; also a hap

daily duties or irksome tasks, and a fretting under any routine; a lac

expectancy, and calm; its fuller meanings

ar; if its tail, then further patience is necessary, for there will be delay; if it gallops, it gives warning

t monotonous life; they also show a settled state of mind and sou

ck of initiative and consequent failur

power to overcome difficul

pointment caused by those who are nearest and dearest; to some it

n signify good luck a

ngle life, but one of freedom, health and success; for the m

arning of coming sorrow or mu

See Fo

is a forecast of

d; there is a passing enthusiasm for various experiments and new ideas, but

of those things which are most pleasing to you; also a p

rosperous life for a man and of

est coming into your life, which will lead you to

sibly a picnic; severa

ly and a distaste for

ll ailments and minor worries; a

d family cares; if full, a

ppiness and contentme

ment implies that your energ

e Crick

ndicates gri

s and trouble in the home; with o

red; it shows danger of o

quarrels and dispu

sometimes prolonged tra

s; or death, accordi

ef foretells coming

y, and much energy in forming new schemes and carrying

own ability, many friends and enjoyment

disagreements; several beetles, that there is a risk o

ill try to do you a bad turn, but it will fail

the cup; several bells indicate a wedding. Se

of hope, love, happiness, and the lea

endeavour to make the

g in other people's affairs or you may find

consultant, a personal sorrow, ot

.-Pleasure fol

time of patient waiting, you

trials are vanishing and a future

sulting in pleasant plans; if at some distan

birds in a row on a branch or line show that there will be vexatious delay in receiving some wished-for news; bir

from obtaining your dearest wish; should the cage door be open, ob

enterprise brought about to a great extent by your own patience and ab

s shapes and sizes foretell th

uthority, and progress; in cope

inging you much satisfaction and pleasure

tness and jealousy will b

t always in the right direction to bring you unqualifi

; seen with clouds, troubles and

onal disaster or news of an

ication of misfortune s

past before you have the best happines

nd a mind ever on the alert to understand new theor

symbol of coming success th

ected development will lead to your having a great interest in tha

ack is a sign of fa

gratification of your tastes and pleasures; boots of a curiou

.-A lucky

See Flow

veral bottles indicate extravaga

e symbol of coming happiness, lo

union after absen

ere is unpleasant talk of your pers

n love is proclaim

love affair; a closed box, that you

read in accordance with

discovery ma

out an undertaking; the larger it is the greater your success; a broken branch si

ing against waste and extravagance, for a shortage of corn is threatened; loaves of bread wit

which you have in hand will

plans and enterprises whic

oming joy, or a rival in your affection

rtunity; a fortunate journey

y object to interference or authority, and that

to your advantage, and may in time turn it to good account in the dev

eful in the choice of your friends, and to avoid rushing i

Child Blowing

nt of much personal advantage will fall through in an

ppening, possibly causing agitation and u

all whom you meet; it also implies that it is high time to

-A sign o

of slander by some enemy; if it gallops with tail u

veryone and everything, easily gratified tastes and pleasures; many

ies, also that you usually take a cheery view

of hope; you have a goo

ions and soci

nd success, the comforts of life, and

traction, many admirers, and flirtations

friends, successfully organised

there will be many suggestions as to arrangements a

gloom, sadnes

hat in spite of thrift and dilige

y, giving you much pleasure and satisfaction,

ll manner of amiable qualities in others which are

ccess, invitations, and hospi

or gentleness and kindness to

ometimes frustrated plans and endless delays; a camel

ng new or clever ideas from others, with a view to passing them

r hope is centred on one desire, and assure

nificant of trials,

rtable incident or episode whic

from a wider point of view; to make the bes

rtune; with pleasant symbols around or near, such as a crow

ew friendship will eventuall

he help and interest of those who are

hers; if the figure of a woman appeared beside the flowers it will be through a woman that your best happine

f the opposite sex; it also points to the fact that those things

symbol gives warning of storms; to others, it

depend entirely upon yourself

live a roaming life free of restrictions; should a horse be

, Ace of Diamonds, Ace

flowers bring happiness, faith

arrangement of your affairs i

expect the comforts of life; a carriage without horses means that your riches will be transit

-An omen of ill

ne and of a tedious waiting for any se

ing is a sign of satis

n you; a crumbling castle denotes disappoin

d quarrels among relations, money matters probably being the

suspicion that these people are anything but friendly in their feeling towards you; there is slyness and dec

and happiness with those whom you

ofitable t

unities which need c

even your best friends cannot des

se a little more push, you are likely

e mind which will preserve the en

which will tax your ingenuity to the utmost; a long, thick chain i

large one, deliberation over a new plan

tal in your career; it is also an indication that you are somewhat in

of good fortune and delight; to

that you will benefit by the ge

appiness, and health, are

by matters which are difficult to adjust to your satisfactio

interest and importance may

tion in carrying out a scheme w

pleasures; if roosting, domestic tribu

lans or forming new projects; a child running means bad ne

s.-Occasions of sadness a

ratification of a wish through

-Pleasure, lighthearte

chimney with smoke to be seen means that you are content, and

ears eager to serve you but in rea

y, the evidence of which will

of losses, dism

s that you may expect some special

of a long desired hope in connection with someone

honour, and tranq

ts in all you undertake; you will be fortunate and will alwa

bsorb all your thoughts; a broken cigar sig

ents, an engagement

at small faults or failings in others, and are always eager to bring

ich will be gratified in

foretells scandal

d.-Indignati

ciliation in a l

ry over the present and arrive at a

isappointment, failure

ucky sign of com

ire for appreciation and the wish to

lly is apparen

olf Clubs, A

e of ease and luxury; if without horses, it warns yo

rity and goo

estic difficulties or vexation

ourself to unaccustomed circum

the coat is ragged, distressing news; wit

ous and ill-paid work, poor health, a

of grave danger

coming good news, of

s disturbance in the home an

season; flying, the arrival of sudden

el or interest

on creature comforts;

sword beside it shows death of a soldier; with a flag, tha

he face of obstacles will

tiresome or disagreeable little

wal of a former friendship which is brough

dence in someone was misplaced and this

eresting events; to lovers it is an unfavo

u may expect to travel and to spend

ol proclaims dilatory

-See Music

ss; love and hope which have lasted but a short

ing yourself to your company, and of prov

will be vexed by inquisitive peop

ift decisions, and the attainment of your ambit

leasant omen of w

predicts great happiness

See Mea

state of mind, peacef

joy; to the married

amily disagreem

ken cradle, sorrow or

and anxiety are ind

with other signs in the cup; large crests indicate news of, or communications wit

ort and a keen desire for

retrench in your expenditure, you will ha

e an emblem of joy, and of

disposition, always making the best o

cles in the way of your desires; sorrow and misfortune a

and honour, and an assurance of comfort

honour; the attainment

of forthcoming illness or accident wh

plan successfu

ing your way which will insure your future success;

ppointment in

ch it would be to your advantage to learn; with other signs in the cup whic

al of illness, possibly

bravely face a difficulty, and final

ome to pass, or a delightful holiday spent i

ld be a bad sign of danger from wounds or an operation;

you may expect to take place in the autumn;

appiness in simple pleasures; a circle of daisies means that you attract someo

note complication

ee Balle

ans that you will receive an unexpected invitation; several figures dancing in happy abandonment foretell that your h

See Child with

arriage of an old friend whom you h

ely to come up to your expectati

ness will end in failure; if running, a fruitless endeavour to undo your past mistak

u, or you will lose the friendship of someone with

or you may find yourself so tightly in the grip of bad influe

lised beyond your expectations; wonderful good fortune and inf

See Ace of

matters; a broken dish is a

ews which will lead to a fortunate disco

that you may one day find yourse

sign indicates adverse conditions, the thwarting of life's chances, unfortunate love affairs, family misfortune an

ceal your feelings of boredom under somewhat foolish

ptimistic character, plea

Peace in

ceful circumstances, high ideals, and progress; to those who are at enmity this symbol proclaims reco

changes about which there

unlooked-for events, new and advantageous opp

rise or expedition is th

l public career; to a woman, social success, a large followi

if more than one duck, success in work

ing which will lead to t

mongst your friends or relatives; if this symbol appears in your cup wit

nds calamity, acc

d possibly an inheritance of wealth from an unexpected source; a flying eagle shows the coming of wealth and h

ociation with those in places of authority and h

me scandal or abuse; a normal ear means that you will receive so

displeasure of one of the opposite sex; to a w

iscoveries in the home, troubles

married, increase of worldly goods; this symbol must b

ing malicious tongues and treacherous f

an escape from a

ans and idea

el, promotion, happiness and st

your guard or you may be the vict

en of prosperity an

on will not be one

lway, strikes, accident, and hasty n

n.-Se

See Fire

.-See Candle

the solving of difficulties; it al

e a beneficial discovery

e; two faces upon one head, looking diverse ways, indicate that you may hear yourself accused of deception and falseness, or that these thin

you to be on your guar

n, frivolity, pleasure

hich ascends towards the consultant; what may be expected of fa

to authors, literary success; small feathers denote something

decisive step in some matter which may l

there is but a step b

e in contact with someone to wh

nd steadfast love are th

enmity are likely t

fficulties will be smoothed away for yo

e associated with them, this is a sign of coming p

e good things of this world; to those in bus

Welfare; this symbol predicts that you will be e

ers, Human Figure

a special need for attention

ch you will hear or from which you will suffer; t

warning to take all p

ll probably lie in your home; small duties

r signs of movement, emigration;

on, and war are the m

h you have long hoped and wa

, happiness, love, marriage, and a large circle of admiring friends, bein

nnoyances which will ruffle you considera

h or an invitation t

; a swollen foot, injury, or n

n interest in the welfare of those who ta

refinement and of reconstruct

nt of a cherished hope, also that you will probab

would be well for you to be on your guard or you may one day awake

n love and marriage, prosperity in business, and good fortune in

uspected enemy, possibly disloyal dependen

and attainment; if broken or be

gns, new work or profession; with bad symb

forthcoming prosperity

ements; intellectual pursuits will not attract you; to clergy,

n of great dist

ble to become somewhat unmanageable, and that you will need

of happiness,

feminine weakness is t

haps the chance of a lifetime; massive high ga

arrival of unexpected and

hich is interwoven

racter, contentment, and happiness; it also denotes two oppo

will be, a serious o

npleasantly reminded

schief through blundering and th

ate courage in the face of di

elight in hospitality, but will occasionally be confronted by difficulties in you

of the circumstances in which you find yourself but

f risk about it; a goat is an unfortunate sig

e so full of work that there is

ly, or a romance are th

o expect little else than the "trivial

plans are made only to be upset again, and unless you pr

vexation at being drawn into a som

ure, abundance, fulfilment,

a poor harvest season; for an old person t

o other signs in the cup; as a general rule, with gloomy signs it would bring a messag

ch will bring you unqualified success; it also denotes that you

aftermath of a

attraction for the opposite sex, also pleas

ve danger of a sudden calamity; wit

tle tasks which you are

f something to which you had

pleasure with your friends; also enjoyment followed by dismay

ate a parting, a meeting or a bargain concluded; other signs around it mus

heory by which your name would be known for all time but you will need every possible go

rtune, and dishonesty; this sign must be

quickly dispelled is th

es necessitate great effort on the par

bsence; if it is running, a journey is indicated; a

s in love are the meanings of this lovely little flo

choly and predicts the possib

ful flowers predict peace,

ing to make the lives of those around you smooth and happy, whils

that you have sown that of which the reaping will be tears

hould endeavour to move with the times, and not cling s

ss in new work or enterprise; sometime

ances in which people and things seem to be working against

also shows that a doubt will arise as to how best to proceed, but

of serious illness; a very small head, waning ability

vement or of sad news o

ections bringing joy into your life, or satisfact

See Ace

ed wishes and of coming good luck; to lov

y and perseverance you will surmount

ring that someone whom you had always thought of

ife have an inconvenient habit of a

city; a hen roosting shows dome

ound business capacity and a pl

See Be

s for games and success

omplish; each day things will occur needing your attention and increasing

ected to occur in the winter; unless gloomy signs appear in t

a friend, or lover, who w

onour and renown, and much which is d

on in doing things that require energy

meone who has feelings of animosity towards you,

that events are hurrying towards you over which you have no control,

s sign is a pleasant indication of success in some transaction; to o

See Mounte

ndertake; a double horseshoe hastens the arrival of your desires; a horseshoe reversed means an upset of

always find compensation in

isposition, irrita

thought-of plans; with other signs, the hourglass is

ul transaction, a

be judged with regard to w

predicts love, joy,

ffort and struggle, you will achieve triu

f the information, whether personal, public, pleasant, or

oint to names of people from whom you may expec

.-Expe

bring a message of

bles which will quickly pass,

ased wealth and a well-meri

steadfastness, and loyal frien

le friends, and knowledge a

tion you against ext

s a time of pleasure

of toothache is indi

an increase of wealth, p

nd good money enterprise; lu

you are likely to witness, or partak

ing to other indications in the cup; this sign is often see

good health an

e which will be great

for and interesting piece of news; some

figure appears beside it, the illness is probably

hope for success in whatever you have on hand; a key at some distance from the consultant denotes the

d for caution, for someone of whom y

of someone for whom you have been longing; if flyin

; it may also mean that you gain a hig

nd benefits, or scandal, ar

; care should be taken to think it over well

ant sign of quarrels, bro

icts good fortune, success in lo

danger of wounds, atta

d the fulfilment of a cherished hop

ment, influential friends, and

amazed by the success of a doubtful

ssurance of good success in b

doubt will mar your happiness and

points to power, a

s of your diligence, new

e matter of which at present you have only an inkling; with good s

ls a successful r

and pecuniary worries is

rcumstances or an evil report; two leopards, fortune a

a-leaves, initials near give the name of the wr

ness, possibly from the recei

light on your path whenever it is most ne

igure of a man or woman, it may possibly indicate death from lightning or electrical mechanism; if seen at the b

ess; joys shared with another, with whom t

n, love, and marriage. See also Arum Lily, Bellado

valuable secret which they possess, but without success; limpets

on with other signs of movement; wavy lines mean tiresome journeys or difficulties likely to be encoun

ng high hopes and excellent prospects, associati

e probability of a plot being laid aga

nt, or a good present,

ned against the loss of s

desire to know the truth, ev

ill receive a good offer

s of which those around you know nothin

ment, possibly divorce; to others it denote

ct that you must endeavour to make

position of authori

ee Automat

s perfection and peace, and th

attraction towards someone for whom you wil

en to such exaggeration that

calm and peaceful conditi

dding, four for a birth"; this ancient saying well exp

See Artist's

ise conclusion in a difficult

rom one source of vexation or tr

ay expect

n unhappy marriage or an

to personal promotion or the ad

ic news or developments which will

ee Vegeta

, energetic nature, fond of exploits and freedom, and shows a

will come to light, of which at present there is no sus

d departures about which th

e read in connection wit

ency in which there is danger of your being overpo

amusements and gaiety; for whilst you appear to enter into them

ifies the receiving

gn of fina

npleasant emerge

arded for past industr

.-An unpleasant

edicts a condition o

urbed by some news from a man who

the deriving of much pleasure from the appreciati

and is a symbol of ceaseless activity of striving to att

with the sea, this is a warni

ttainment of a wish

danger of poverty t

gricultural enterprise tha

lem of future comfort

you will feel somewhat dubious but which

coming peace after a time of discont

tic dreams; a

to be fulfilled, or at any rate it will only be after many m

of honour and promot

controversy an

nd scandal will be spread about you or yours; sometimes publ

cumstances and a hard struggle

you will find hard, but for which you will afte

ves and will indicate someone of much importance in

e career you are much int

s, fortune, and romance; for a man it

of gloom, illne

, visits from friends; with other signs,

ion and of the influence of powerful friends; many mountains ind

of good friends, luck,

s need for a trap to be set; it also gives wa

lies caprice a

ol predicts a

risk and achieve a great success; to lovers, it f

others it suggests that enthusiasm and good spi

r indisposition are the meanings of

ection and peace; a declaration

ainful dentistry are

tion with such person or place; if good symbols appear, pleasant happenings may b

also that some new idea will unfold itself to you in th

ws of disturbance in India or news of a

necklace shows that you will break a bond

chief and deceit; sometim

ary symbol indicates

rd's Nest, E

llowed by amazing achie

determined to gain success w

ustworthy character; a long, thin nose implies that you change your ideas on v

.-See B

be called to some fact which it

ns, it promises much success. An unlucky number with gloomy signs predicts misfortune. A journey with a five near obviously points out that it will be taken in five days, or weeks,

remain unmarried through your own choice;

lly foretells illness for your

strive to solve a difficult problem, the r

ition and wealth ar

, and attainment of cherished hopes; for a lover,

recklessness for which you will pay dearly; f

foreshows hono

d worry are fore

h you supposed was a secret will be discov

osing the confidence of your friends

assurance of coming good fortun

; sometimes it means a wedding, death, or realised ambition; to a

creative work; if running, you may look for

some unpleasant spite on the part of those of whom you have alw

have changes in your life an

ief; to lovers this bird is a symbol of bad news or unpleasant rumours; to those who are conte

mplies hospitality, dome

stes, also that you will appreciate the pleasures of li

eans a surprise; a closed

Foreign

on to undertake a variety o

you may hope for compensation

rtends good for

sociated with one; to others, it suggests a need for deliberat

onour, fame, and victory; increa

ke a pathetic endeavour to find happiness in

mbol which gives an assurance of happ

, modesty, and contentment; it is also a pleasa

the treacherous behaviour of a friend w

See Bird o

edict well-thought-out a

shown by thick, squ

y friends, and much mental energy; sometimes it gives a hin

vents will bring

perty; a prosperous and happy marriage; w

e arrival of a

his fruit brings success to a business man and to a woma

ortant appointment

earning for the unattainable; if it is flying you will receive

ee Qui

interesting news of expeditions and

rtunate symbol of enmity,

tance before another summer is past; broken peonies predict that you may p

and unreasonable irritation whic

or.-News o

ve measures; a remedy fo

ew friends; if flying, sp

f your opportunities and will gain that for which y

proclaims labour tr

agricultural interests; it also denotes that

om you have been estranged; if flying, important and pleasant news

m danger, and of good and powerful friends;

ally interesting correspondenc

l experience; an

order, and a well-

ication of wealth, rich f

ss followed by an a

oreshow news from a man who is much in your thoug

of disaster; with other bad

a rather dull and monotonous life, by throwi

e apt to stir up feud, and ma

you will merely jog al

lubs, Ace of Diamonds, Ace

l and frustration before you finally conq

denotes festivity

etell a new deve

ign means a journe

ractices; with other signs, it would indicate trouble probab

nd future happiness are

ificant of a pleasant occu

cates a pending journey or

acle; if broken, that you will encount

rtant and pro

ee Cof

in your daily life, and will sometime

le which will have beneficial results an

asures, presents and sa

of pleasant events, stirring topics and so

-See Plu

dity and a desire for solitude

nd a dislike to listening i

rts will bring abou

ead, or hear, of a sensati

inst theft, or carelessness

how attainment to hon

ity, peace, and honour; sometimes the attainme

with a letter the doubt would be with regard to some corresp

ng, to sign your maiden name for the last time in a

icates a journey to t

inancial worry; several rabbits suggest that you must depend upon your own efforts for your amusements and must be

a simplicity that som

t "danger" or "all clear." Its meaning mu

om you would do well to avoi

should bring you a liberal measure of success in whate

ending troubles, are foresho

ncy, disappointment in love, separation, failure

erence in other people's affairs; to lovers th

re likely to bring yourself within the range o

men of coming misfortune

n, although your friends and relations will try to persuade you to give up your scheme, bu

ews from overseas of busi

d calamity are s

ess transaction; with the figures of a man an

and perplexity, sometimes

ood fortune, loyal friend

joy and gladness at som

mplation of a new idea or scheme ab

ociations will be renewe

ation, but if good signs appear, you will ev

See Gard

be capable of smoothing out your difficulties and

f good fortune,

s of the past wil

which you will need to have all your wits abou

oked for event which will t

ing of a troublesome matter

news from overseas of

fortunate sign of propitious news

tasks and pecuniary worry, you will be

any troubles will befall you, and your

show complaint

ring a good deal of trouble up

s that you will enter i

bol stands for l

the private affairs of others, or you may find t

ortunate sign of dis

r of murders, horrible

ds; disputing and disagreeableness with married cou

See Coa

and perseverance, you will ar

esome affairs and vex

-See Coa

ign foreshows

storms; if flying

lusion to a vexed question i

tience will be necessary before your hopes are reali

wise, but you seldom bring your w

e decisive and reliable, you will lose any

joy in the past of which

A sign of

ominous si

gests that you are apt to tu

eep are an omen of success and prosperous dealing; to others this sig

xpected source; with other s

symbol warns you against taking

ant lands; a success

s considered an om

ew arrangements which are like

and amusements, unconvent

s need for secrecy, and that there may be things in

ence sorrow and pain through the ca

ually emphasises the importance of other signs; a broken signpost indicates, that

st at some information which is told to y

re with children and

an interesting event or piece of

annoyances;

everal snails, that mischief is going

etimes caused by those whom you least suspect; if its head is raised, injury by th

scovery of a useful fact; if flyi

ome event affecting you and yours which will probably take place about Februar

of soap predict tempor

ee Child Blowin

on or a small illness, sometimes

oyalty and affection of your friends; sometimes it in

is a symbol of understandin

h the assistance of others th

ints to a return of good fortune; to the y

, unrest, disappointment, an

See Screw

r reach, and that as nothing but the very best in life has any attraction

you will be triumphant in disputed will or money settlement; several spid

s the result of endurance and hone

perplexity and dismay, and endeavour to extr

; although you may never be rich you will be loved by th

urrounded by dots, wealt

overseas, interesting event

if it is crooked or bending it foreshows a c

to your lot as a result of the illness of

of perception you will ar

es of your friends from that which you really are, and yo

show an unexpected happiness with someon

ceived or given is the

le worries a

honour; a small one signifies that

bad weather and a great misfortune; a stork flying predicts that whilst you hesitate in co

ention to the fact that tria

straw foretells gai

he gratification of your wis

desty and sim

n of a foolish desire to d

ee Coll

something upon which you had set

s; sometimes the disclosure of a secret w

h, success in love, prosperity, and

ality, personal charm and at

take heed as to the way i

n in matters which are most interesting to you; it also implies that y

-These show

much is at stake but after a time of

s from someone you love; if several swallows are flying, they in

, troublesome conditions in the home, and som

rgent disagreeable business w

ies that happiness in the past ha

o overcome your fear of an un

t the good opinion of someone with whom yo

and dangerous gossip; to lovers it is a bad omen of quarrels; a sword in its sheath shows

and consultation; note the sub

iety which will follow a time of gloom

hey will probably remain single; to the married,

t to hear something of much inter

o the fact that probably a vi

asty news by tele

transact important busines

to considerable inconveni

s the probability of tr

ows pleasures and s

symbol o

at she will probably never marry; to the ma

e, and affection; it also shows a desire to remove obs

enotes public misfortune.

opportunity in which you prove yourself super

osition possibly through the bad behaviou

a sign of well-being and

ent about to be sati

; this sign should caution you to be on your guard, for malicious t

rash and unguarded statements, a bad ha

e Native wi

rease of worldly goods i

be judged in accordance wi

gs indicates anxiety and

you amend you will make mischief

tooth is a symb

often to be seen in the tea-leaves; this sign assures you of the fact that th

nexpected piece of good fortune will come to you; it

saster, or distressing news a

t you attempt that of wh

us opportunity through which you m

asure wit

als, removal

journey on busin

o thin, straight lines which run n

ess; if surrounded by dots an inheritance of property in the country is for

eting, good luck; someti

of honour and promotio

n of your future honour and high positi

eather conditions; seen in the winter, it indicat

rs foretells news of misfo

appy omen of faithfulness in l

hers, entertainment, large assemblies of people, public

ivals and

to fear, is the m

nce, health, and constanc

are likely to make a wrong de

of committing injurious folli

crets and domestic quarrels

ces which you relate of the past are of mo

ly evade a disagreeable incident or unple

significant of w

d the perfection of happiness; with ot

ow domestic quarrels

and grumbling are foretold; closed, a

is an indicati

sign of

oom and sorrow, or also means that y

an interesting experime

e of admiring friends, an

rings you a promi

news or monetary losses through b

l, followed by a time of leisu

imes seen in the tea-leaves, brin

d powerful assistance to extricate you from the mess

f happiness in its fullest sense; several violets assure you

ess to a musician, and of pleas

s quarters of the globe; it also means a powerful enemy, sometim

wimming or boating, or you may meet with an accide

fortunate outlook and

The arrival of

ifficulties in your life, and that much

dicates the serious cons

ign of comfort in small

cant of distress caused by the s

y a clear space entirely free from

lower proclaims a

to the sly behaviour of someone with whom yo

initely on any matter without first consulting each one with whom you come in

roclaims a speedy an

sonal danger which may be

perous career or an inheritance of wealth; a broken wheel predicts a

t to the country or a pleasant renewal

ials in her marriage; for a man, it has much the sam

ncident leads up to an

bols; sometimes it foreshows grief and mourning, or if dots are rou

ou may hope to succeed

ou are regarded with favour by many

y and realis

er that your interest in psychic matters is dangerous, but later on you

rsonal matter ending in a law court; otherwise, it denotes the

ricious and hard-heart

-An unhappy marriage or

ress, sometimes illness of someone dear

yance and prediction of the fut

several women mean scan

ear to you, a forthcoming wedding,

gs pleasant news from thos

ing misfortune, or of treach

marriage, and of much happ

rable sign of increase

rominent position in life, and to receive

ithin sight, but you are likely to be disappointed, for

INATIONS

HEIR

ds, A Circle.

, A Bush.-A ple

belisk.-The offer

in, A Query.-Indecis

n Urn, A Bed.-Il

.-An advantageous off

plans which bring about a meeting with so

ells, A Chur

Bed, A Widow's Bonne

ou will make you

rees.-A happy marriage to someone o

Tree.-A happy visit to

u will make many enem

quet.-Marriag

wallow.-A journey which lea

l.-Jealousy terminates

oomy outlook brought about

unexpected fortune through the death of s

be placed in an embarrassing posi

air of Stilts.-Pride

d excellent opportunity will come

.-A joyful occurre

ou will advance rapidly and

ble Marrow.-Ra

A Tent, A Large "E."-A po

Trumpet.-Fame as

hain.-A happy fate awaits you, and marriage to a soldie

ip, A Large "C".-E

here need be no doubt as to the s

of Asters.-Death of an elderly

very or the development of a pat

Cage, A Mace.- An important public

n.-Marriage will be the means

ainment to a position

Mars.-A most fortuna

op of the tree, as a musician

Great success in a public career and t

and Mortar.-Excellent pros

-An expected visitor

and clear judgment you will r

s, A Mushroom.-Quarrels in an unhappy lo

asant discovery leads to the a

A visit to the dentist an

In a surprising manner you will get the

you trusted have betrayed your c

e will necessitate your un

-A voyage to a warm climate

king Stick.-Illness and

weary others by undue curiosity

ou will be consulted as to the erecting of a h

Valley, An Organ.-Great h

gger.-News of severe illness and a probabl

of a somewhat hazardous enterprise necessitates a voyage to India; throug

ews of a birth of which you m

matters brings you to the conclusion that a great venture, which may

Ring.-Happy news of good promotion fo

speculation will bring you to poverty

ng Seagull.-News from a

nnet.-Overwhelming evidence against

-A cold in the

oad.-Separation of lovers brought

Dots Around.-Legal business over money

Seagull, A Flag.-Serious news from

Purse.-You will take a roadway journey to a

e Heart.-Serious illness affecting

m-Tom," A Broken Pillar.-Distressing news of

A Ring.-A romantic love affair which ends in a

, Several Penguins, A Mast.-News

he Figures "100."-A small legacy of a hun

isit to the country in the summer, when you will

ple.-A new plan of life is made necessary as the

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by consultants and interpreted by a seer. The student will find these of much practical value in lear

llustration; by this means the student will be enabled to grasp t

plemented by reference to the alphabetical Dictionary

ns correctly, the former must be turned about a

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certain, for the figure of a man upon an elephant with a pineapple beyond gives proof of this. The natives with the large "P" in conjunction show that the Punjaub is indicated, and this is further emphasised by the sign-post which points towards these symbols. The child's toys show the consultant's association and happiness with children.

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. Woman with uplifted hands on curious shaped rock. Small

stone, man in sun helmet on elepha

handle.-A pin

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be expected, with a fair proportion of pleas

consultant will find a refuge. The hanging lamp is also a guarantee of coming su

e consultant; the prominent figurehead upon the stone pillar gives assurance that all will turn out well, and that there is no need for hesitation in embarking upon this new oppor

enefit will probably come about through a reconciliation. The bank of clouds behind the ferry boat shows that some trouble, to be expected in the future, will be lightened by the help of good friends. Whilst the bird st

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ank of clouds. Goat. Large open gateway. Curious shaped figurehead upon

seated in chair. Dots around. Man in cler

l ferry boat on water. Bird stan

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courage, and eventually overcome. The cockatoo, with the cauliflower appearing on the opposite side, signifies that an unreliable friend will ca

ng indicates that the news will give much satisfaction; the wine-cup, with the leg in conjunction, points out that the ambitions of the cons

t present is unthought-of. The rocks show that a certain amount of mental agitation is aroused by the

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handle.-Cat. S

Small symbol of a leg. Wine-cup held in hand.

handle.-Curiou

beyond.-

or boat. Font.

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of a long desired hope; everything is going smoothly, and will turn out as desired. The only obstacle is seen in the symbol of the weasel, which appears

esents with them. The inkpot, pen, and numeral "7," with the bird's nest in connection, show that happy

e forthcoming vexation, and possibly alarm, in connection with a motor expeditio

be trifling. The large symbol of the king and queen upon the throne, opposite the handle, foretell

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n, inside figure carrying basket, o

Large rock. Motor. Bird's n

Large arch

Figures of King a

dle.-Seal

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und, give a cheerful assurance to the consultant of coming prosperity. This is further emphasised by the circle of dots above the letter "C" in the centre. As the initial is large, it probably indicates the

ultant will have little complaints and grumbles to put up with, and there will be some doubt as to which of two peop

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Letter "J" in conjuncti

of dots above. Figure of girl dancing wi

e sausage with roll of bread in con

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rock beyond, indicate that in about four days the consultant may expect to meet with obst

rsons whose names begin with these initials. But that it is merely a passing annoyance is shown by the symbol of the arch, and dancing figu

n, suggests that it will be largely owing to the consultant's ener

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tter "C." Arch. Dancing

aves. Numeral "4." Lin

nvil. Branch

dle.-Scat

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urther signs of illness or misfortune. So that it may safely be taken to mean that the consultant will shortly be going to see a friend who h

ably be seven weeks before this friend recovers from the illness. This friend's n

ortune. If the consultant is married, the thimble in the centre would show future changes in the household

or lover, is shown by the cigar, and is fur

iven to the consultant by the crinoline, whic

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leading to door knocker, with "in" writt

f dots and small symbols show

e. Large feather. S

ymbols of lette

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f the organ, and acorn, upon the circle at the bottom of the cup, the pos

success a safe one. Should the consultant be a mus

es and household cares. But the tea cosy in the centre prom

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bol of a

an. Acorn besi

tre.-T

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inting from the consultant's point o

an unselfish life of endurance. For the presen

domestic vexations, but the large spray of iris beside it promis

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im.-Th

nd brush. Duster.

le.-Shapel

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These being shown by the cake and butterfly, while the orchid in conjunction predicts that the consul

bird flying from the cage brings joyful news, that something which has been an obstacle in the wa

ck foreshows the arrival of a visitor,

tom of the cup, gives further evidence of the

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pillar. Cake on dish

cage, small bir

Butterfly.

Orchid with

le.-Shapel

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in the case of the arrival of visitors, shown by the mass of leaves and chair. The query beside it shows the indecision of the cons

e head and shoulders of the woman beside it suggest that this trouble will be caused by a woman. Compensation will be found in the h

ppiness. This event must not be expected for some

show an immediate pleasant happening, in connecti

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ass of leav

hair. Query

ng. Small bunch of cherries beneath. Sever

cross. Head and

Letter "N." Sm

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associated with dots, the small dog on the opposite side, and the policeman

brave effort to overcome, and final

nd may be looked forward to with hope. The symbols

ch the present trials are borne, also that true

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mall dog l

ndistinct symbol of an

l symbol of a stocking. Small bunch

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ys, and must not expect real happiness until rather late in life,

t having to wait is a feature of the consultant's lot. The rock

e names begin with these initial letters, will occur in the winter. If the cup has been "turned" during the autumn or winter, probably a year will pass before the event takes place, as the mistletoe

ows future pleasant plans which will r

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rings. Birds on perch.

.-Child w

and holly. Letters "F" and "L."

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is accounted for by the fact that at the time of "turning" the cup, she

or themselves and n

ting specimen, as be

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dquarters of rat, with head in a hole. M

-Dead fi

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The rough cross and the grave near the handle point to this. The bed, with the figure of the woman in nurse's cloak near it tells of serious illness i

ce with which the consultant bears the trials; also t

sure this sad consultant that the expected improvement in affairs wil

ents or definite changes. Indeed, the symbol of the loaf of bread in the centre of the cup

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s. Ivy leaves beyond

re of a woman in nurse's cloak b

f bread. Small sy

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further brought into notice by the stump of a tree on the circle; the hen

of rash speculation will be averted, and with the symbol of the three boots, fortunate

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nest. Shapeless l

opposite han

tump of tree

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bring much pleasure to the consultant. But as the sausages and snail are not far distant, there is likely to be a marring of th

and with a resolve to make the best of a bad business; the ham also, being in conjunction

will be of great importance. The news will come from a place beginning with the letter "M." There is no doubt that the matter will turn out adm

ct a fortunate and unexpected gain in the near future. This consultant m

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. Toys beyond. Sausage

ing figure beside it. Larg

branches. Bunch of grapes benea

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will soon be placed in a somewhat trying position and wil

can be little doubt that the consultan

later will result in very propitious new

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ss leaves. Haycoc

. Spreading branches of

.-Head of a

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and a bad habit of gossiping when feeling bored in society. The stuffed head of the deer, in this case, shows that m

"happy-go-lucky" nature. The spray of poppies on the circle beneath the

cide with a time of perplexity and trouble, which fact is further borne out by the running figure below. This being in conjuncti

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of a toadstool. Doll.

Many shape

.-Spray o

with cross above it. La

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e of mental turmoil at the time of "turning" it. But in spite

to a most hopeful outlook and to the successful d

spondence as to plans and fixing of dates. The bush apple tree spe

are likely to come about will all tend to success and the gratifying of the

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Several initials. Small numerals. Do

le.-Bush

ncing and gro

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encircled by a halo of popularity. For few things provide a more certain guarantee of this pleasant condition than that of being able to "te

to obtain than a cup of tea! With this recommendation I will leave these pages, in the sincere hope that this little b