Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-04-25 By: Various
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-04-25" is a delightful collection of satirical illustrations, cartoons, and humorous articles. The magazine covers a wide range of topics, including politics, society, and current events, all presented with wit and cleverness. The artwork is both charming and sharp, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the text. Readers looking for a good laugh and a keen observation of British culture in the early 20th century will find this volume to be a charming and entertaining read. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI VOL. 158. April 28, 1920. CHARIVARIA. GENERAL DENIKIN is now in London. This is the first visit he has paid to this country since his last assassination by the Bolshevists. New proposals regarding telephone charges are expected as soon as the Select Committee has reported. If the system of charging by time in place of piece work is adopted it will mean ruination to many business men. The Swiss Government has issued orders that ex monarchs may enter the country without passports. It is required, however, that they should take their places in the queue. It is reported that a Londonderry man walked up to a Sinn Feiner the other day and said, "Shoot me." We understand that the real reason why the fellow was not accommodated was that he omitted to say "Please." The best Sinn Feiners are very punctilious. "The drinking of intoxicants," says an American prohibitionist, "causes early death in ninety five cases out of a hundred." Several Americans, we are informed, have gallantly offered themselves for experimental purposes. "It is a scandal," says a contemporary, "that the clerks at Llanelly should ask for twelve pounds fifteen shillings a week." But surely there is no harm in asking... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-04-25 By: Various

"Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-04-25" is a delightful collection of satirical illustrations, cartoons, and humorous articles. The magazine covers a wide range of topics, including politics, society, and current events, all presented with wit and cleverness. The artwork is both charming and sharp, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the text. Readers looking for a good laugh and a keen observation of British culture in the early 20th century will find this volume to be a charming and entertaining read.

First Page:

PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI

VOL. 158.

April 28, 1920.

CHARIVARIA.

GENERAL DENIKIN is now in London. This is the first visit he has paid to this country since his last assassination by the Bolshevists.

New proposals regarding telephone charges are expected as soon as the Select Committee has reported. If the system of charging by time in place of piece work is adopted it will mean ruination to many business men.

The Swiss Government has issued orders that ex monarchs may enter the country without passports. It is required, however, that they should take their places in the queue.

It is reported that a Londonderry man walked up to a Sinn Feiner the other day and said, "Shoot me." We understand that the real reason why the fellow was not accommodated was that he omitted to say "Please." The best Sinn Feiners are very punctilious.

"The drinking of intoxicants," says an American prohibitionist, "causes early death in ninety five cases out of a hundred." Several Americans, we are informed, have gallantly offered themselves for experimental purposes.

"It is a scandal," says a contemporary, "that the clerks at Llanelly should ask for twelve pounds fifteen shillings a week." But surely there is no harm in asking... Continue reading book >>

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