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How to Improve the Memory

government, (8) coöperate with the Almighty. After the passage has been examined in this particular manner it will be thoroughly known and cannot be forgotten.

A face can be remembered by making use of the same means as given for remembering language. When you desire to retain a knowledge of a face, examine it minutely, look for distinguishing marks, such as small or large ears, protruding or retreating chin, color of eyes and hair, style of nose, open or closed mouth, or any peculiarity or mannerism of any of the features. After having noted the characteristics of General John A. Logan's face, it would be impossible for a healthy mind to forget it. The long, straight hair, high cheek bones, Grecian nose, and piercing eye, were of so distinguishing a nature as to stamp the General's features upon an

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