Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, Jan. 15, 1919 By: Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, Jan. 15, 1919 is a collection of satirical and humorous cartoons, stories, and articles from the famous British weekly magazine. Published shortly after the end of World War I, this volume offers a unique glimpse into the social and political landscape of the time. The cartoons in this volume are particularly sharp and witty, poking fun at everything from the post-war reconstruction efforts to the fashion trends of the day. The writing is equally clever, with many pieces offering astute commentary on the state of British society in the aftermath of the war. One of the standout features of this volume is its inclusion of contributions from a variety of different writers and artists, giving readers a diverse range of perspectives and styles. This helps to keep the content fresh and engaging, ensuring that there is something for everyone to enjoy. Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, Jan. 15, 1919 is a delightful and entertaining read that will appeal to fans of satire, history, and British humor. It offers a fascinating window into a pivotal moment in British history and is sure to leave readers both laughing and thinking. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI. VOL. 156. JANUARY 15, 1919. CHARIVARIA. A memorial to SIMON DE MONTFORT has been unveiled at Evesham, where he fell in 1265. A pathetic inquiry reaches us as to whether SIMON is yet demobilised. We are informed that the project of adding a "Silence Room" to the National Liberal Club is to be resuscitated. "Small one piece houses of concrete," says The National News , "are now quite common in America." The only complaint, it appears, is that some of them are just a trifle tight under the arms. We hope that the proposed revival by a well known theatre manager of The Sins of David so shortly after the General Election is not the work of a defeated Candidate. "Some of the discredited Radical organs," says a contemporary, "are already toying with Bolshevism." A case of " Soviet qui peut ." The report that a number of distinguished Irish Unionists have been ordered to choose between the LORD LIEUTENANT's Reconstruction Committee and the O.B.E. is causing anxiety in Dublin Club circles. Weymouth Council has decided to change the name of Holstein Avenue. We deprecate these attempts to force the Peace Conference's hand. Mr. HENRY FORD's new paper is called The Dearborn Independent ... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, Jan. 15, 1919 By: Various

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, Jan. 15, 1919 is a collection of satirical and humorous cartoons, stories, and articles from the famous British weekly magazine. Published shortly after the end of World War I, this volume offers a unique glimpse into the social and political landscape of the time.

The cartoons in this volume are particularly sharp and witty, poking fun at everything from the post-war reconstruction efforts to the fashion trends of the day. The writing is equally clever, with many pieces offering astute commentary on the state of British society in the aftermath of the war.

One of the standout features of this volume is its inclusion of contributions from a variety of different writers and artists, giving readers a diverse range of perspectives and styles. This helps to keep the content fresh and engaging, ensuring that there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, Jan. 15, 1919 is a delightful and entertaining read that will appeal to fans of satire, history, and British humor. It offers a fascinating window into a pivotal moment in British history and is sure to leave readers both laughing and thinking.

First Page:

PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI.

VOL. 156.

JANUARY 15, 1919.

CHARIVARIA.

A memorial to SIMON DE MONTFORT has been unveiled at Evesham, where he fell in 1265. A pathetic inquiry reaches us as to whether SIMON is yet demobilised.

We are informed that the project of adding a "Silence Room" to the National Liberal Club is to be resuscitated.

"Small one piece houses of concrete," says The National News , "are now quite common in America." The only complaint, it appears, is that some of them are just a trifle tight under the arms.

We hope that the proposed revival by a well known theatre manager of The Sins of David so shortly after the General Election is not the work of a defeated Candidate.

"Some of the discredited Radical organs," says a contemporary, "are already toying with Bolshevism." A case of " Soviet qui peut ."

The report that a number of distinguished Irish Unionists have been ordered to choose between the LORD LIEUTENANT's Reconstruction Committee and the O.B.E. is causing anxiety in Dublin Club circles.

Weymouth Council has decided to change the name of Holstein Avenue. We deprecate these attempts to force the Peace Conference's hand.

Mr. HENRY FORD's new paper is called The Dearborn Independent ... Continue reading book >>

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