Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-09-29 By: Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-09-29 is a collection of satirical and humorous cartoons and articles from the popular British magazine. The content covers a wide range of topics, including politics, culture, and everyday life, providing readers with a witty and entertaining look at the events of the time. The illustrations are cleverly drawn and the writing is sharp and witty, making this volume a delight to read. The magazine's satirical take on current events offers a fresh perspective on the world, while also providing a glimpse into the attitudes and sensibilities of the early 20th century. Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-09-29 is a must-read for fans of satire and British humor, offering a fun and insightful look at life in 1920s London. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI. VOL. 159. September 29th, 1920. CHARIVARIA. An epidemic of measles is reported in the North. It seems that in these days of strikes people are either coming out in sympathy or in spots. The secret of industrial peace, says a sporting paper, is more entertainment for the masses. We have often wondered what our workers do to while away the time between strikes. "The cost of living for working class families," says Mr. C.A. MCCURDY, the Food Controller, "will probably increase by 9s. 6d. a week at Christmas." That is, of course, if Christmas ever comes. We understand that Dean INGE has been invited to meet the FOOD CONTROLLER, in order to defend his title. "Nobody wants a strike," says Mr. BRACE, M.P. We can only suppose therefore that they must be doing it for the films. An American artist who wanted to paint a storm at sea is reported to have been lashed to a mast for four hours. We understand that he eventually broke away and did it after all. "What is England's finance coming to?" asks a City editor in a contemporary. We can only say it isn't coming to us. In Petrograd the fare for half an hour's cab ride is equal to two hundred pounds in English money at the old rate of exchange... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-09-29 By: Various

Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-09-29 is a collection of satirical and humorous cartoons and articles from the popular British magazine. The content covers a wide range of topics, including politics, culture, and everyday life, providing readers with a witty and entertaining look at the events of the time.

The illustrations are cleverly drawn and the writing is sharp and witty, making this volume a delight to read. The magazine's satirical take on current events offers a fresh perspective on the world, while also providing a glimpse into the attitudes and sensibilities of the early 20th century.

Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-09-29 is a must-read for fans of satire and British humor, offering a fun and insightful look at life in 1920s London.

First Page:

PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI.

VOL. 159.

September 29th, 1920.

CHARIVARIA.

An epidemic of measles is reported in the North. It seems that in these days of strikes people are either coming out in sympathy or in spots.

The secret of industrial peace, says a sporting paper, is more entertainment for the masses. We have often wondered what our workers do to while away the time between strikes.

"The cost of living for working class families," says Mr. C.A. MCCURDY, the Food Controller, "will probably increase by 9s. 6d. a week at Christmas." That is, of course, if Christmas ever comes.

We understand that Dean INGE has been invited to meet the FOOD CONTROLLER, in order to defend his title.

"Nobody wants a strike," says Mr. BRACE, M.P. We can only suppose therefore that they must be doing it for the films.

An American artist who wanted to paint a storm at sea is reported to have been lashed to a mast for four hours. We understand that he eventually broke away and did it after all.

"What is England's finance coming to?" asks a City editor in a contemporary. We can only say it isn't coming to us.

In Petrograd the fare for half an hour's cab ride is equal to two hundred pounds in English money at the old rate of exchange... Continue reading book >>

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