The first of the " Mechanical Heggnrs " in vented byl>r James 11. Aveling lias been placed m tbo Colonial Exhibition, and is busily begging for Iho London hospital*. If everyone who enters tho Exhibition were to give but a penny, tho amount realised would be about £10,00">. The "Beggar" ha» two windows, through one of which may bo seen a card m constant motion, with " Pray givo " on it ; and through Die other, but only when a coin is depojitod, a card with " Thank you" on it, which jumps up, and remains m view for a few seconds.
