Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 104, March 11, 1893 By: Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 104, March 11, 1893 is a collection of satirical cartoons and humorous articles that provide a snapshot of British society in the late 19th century. The publication covers a wide range of topics, including politics, social issues, and popular culture, poking fun at the absurdities and hypocrisies of the time. The cartoons are cleverly drawn and have a timeless quality to them, making them still enjoyable to read over a century later. The articles are witty and insightful, offering a unique perspective on the events and trends of the era. Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 104, March 11, 1893 is a delightful read for anyone interested in history, humor, or both. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the past while also serving as a reminder that many of the issues and controversies of today are not so different from those of yesteryear. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI VOL. 104 MARCH 11, 1893. MIXED NOTIONS. No. VI. REGISTRATION REFORM. ( Scene and Persons as Usual. ) First Well Informed Man ( bristling with indignation, as he lays down his newspaper ). Well, I'm dashed! Inquirer ( nervously ). What's up? First W. I. M. What's up! Everything's up. Up the spout, that's where this blessed country will be if this kind of thing's going on. Inquirer. What kind of thing? First W. I. M. Why, all this gerrymandering kind of business. Inquirer. Oh, by the way, that reminds me. I came on that word the other day. Can any of you chaps tell me what it means? First W. I. M. It's as plain as a pikestaff. It means playing ducks and drakes with things all round, and letting the whole business go thoroughly rotten. Inquirer. Has it got anything to do with jerry builders? First W. I. M. It's the same thing precisely. Inquirer ( insisting ). But what's the point of calling 'em jerry? Where does that come in? First W. I. M. It's a French word. Second W. I. M. It isn't. It's German. First W. I. M. Bosh, it's French. Second W. I. M. I bet you a dollar it's German. First W. I. M. And I bet you a dollar it's French. ( To Average Man. ) Here, you decide. Which is it? Average Man... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 104, March 11, 1893 By: Various

Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 104, March 11, 1893 is a collection of satirical cartoons and humorous articles that provide a snapshot of British society in the late 19th century. The publication covers a wide range of topics, including politics, social issues, and popular culture, poking fun at the absurdities and hypocrisies of the time.

The cartoons are cleverly drawn and have a timeless quality to them, making them still enjoyable to read over a century later. The articles are witty and insightful, offering a unique perspective on the events and trends of the era.

Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 104, March 11, 1893 is a delightful read for anyone interested in history, humor, or both. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the past while also serving as a reminder that many of the issues and controversies of today are not so different from those of yesteryear.

First Page:

PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI

VOL. 104

MARCH 11, 1893.

MIXED NOTIONS.

No. VI. REGISTRATION REFORM.

( Scene and Persons as Usual. )

First Well Informed Man ( bristling with indignation, as he lays down his newspaper ). Well, I'm dashed!

Inquirer ( nervously ). What's up?

First W. I. M. What's up! Everything's up. Up the spout, that's where this blessed country will be if this kind of thing's going on.

Inquirer. What kind of thing?

First W. I. M. Why, all this gerrymandering kind of business.

Inquirer. Oh, by the way, that reminds me. I came on that word the other day. Can any of you chaps tell me what it means?

First W. I. M. It's as plain as a pikestaff. It means playing ducks and drakes with things all round, and letting the whole business go thoroughly rotten.

Inquirer. Has it got anything to do with jerry builders?

First W. I. M. It's the same thing precisely.

Inquirer ( insisting ). But what's the point of calling 'em jerry? Where does that come in?

First W. I. M. It's a French word.

Second W. I. M. It isn't. It's German.

First W. I. M. Bosh, it's French.

Second W. I. M. I bet you a dollar it's German.

First W. I. M. And I bet you a dollar it's French. ( To Average Man. ) Here, you decide. Which is it?

Average Man... Continue reading book >>

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