(A real bit from life at a City company's dinner)
Young Visitor. Really, sir, you must excuse me. I am compelled to refuse.
Old Alderman (with profound astonishment). What, refuse these beautiful grouse? It's impossible!
Young Visitor. It is impossible, I can assure you, sir. I cannot eat any more.
Old Alderman (tenderly). Come, come. I tell you what now. Just take my advice, and try a cold chair.
DESIGN FOR A PAPER-WEIGHT.--The portrait of a gentleman waiting for the Times.
THE BEST "FINANCIAL RELATIONS."--Our "uncles."
AT THE ANGEL COURT KITCHEN.--Stranger (to Eminent Financier). Why did you call that man at the bar "the Microbe"?
Eminent Financier. Because he's "in everything."
GROUND RENTS.--The effects of an earthquake.
