Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, March 19, 1919 By: Various
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, March 19, 1919 is a delightful collection of satirical drawings, sharp wit, and clever commentary that offers insight into the social and political climate of the early 20th century. The variety of content, from cartoons to poems to articles, keeps the reader engaged and entertained throughout. The humor is both timeless and relevant, making this volume a fascinating glimpse into the past while also holding up a mirror to our present-day society. A must-read for fans of satire and British humor." First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI VOL. 156 MARCH 19, 1919 CHARIVARIA. President WILSON is stated to have played several keen games of "shuffle board" on the George Washington . As it is an open secret that Lord ROBERT CECIL has been polishing up his "shove halfpenny" in the billiard room of the Hotel Majestic interesting developments are anticipated. Primroses, daisies and wallflowers are in full bloom in many parts of the country and young lambs may now be seen frisking in the meadows. Can the POET LAUREATE be waiting for someone to get sun stroke? The Commission on the Responsibilities and Crimes of the War have not yet decided that the ex Kaiser is guilty. At the same time it is said that they have an idea that he knew something about it. At a Belfast football match last week the winning team, the police and the referee were mobbed by the partisans of the losing side. Local sportsmen condemn the attack on the winning team as a dangerous innovation. The L.C.C. is training munition girls to be cooks. We understand that the velocity and range will be clearly stamped on the bottom of all pork pies. A Stromness fisherman, on opening a halibut, found a large cormorant in its stomach. Cormorants, of course, are not fastidious birds... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, March 19, 1919 By: Various

"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, March 19, 1919 is a delightful collection of satirical drawings, sharp wit, and clever commentary that offers insight into the social and political climate of the early 20th century. The variety of content, from cartoons to poems to articles, keeps the reader engaged and entertained throughout. The humor is both timeless and relevant, making this volume a fascinating glimpse into the past while also holding up a mirror to our present-day society. A must-read for fans of satire and British humor."

First Page:

PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI

VOL. 156

MARCH 19, 1919

CHARIVARIA.

President WILSON is stated to have played several keen games of "shuffle board" on the George Washington . As it is an open secret that Lord ROBERT CECIL has been polishing up his "shove halfpenny" in the billiard room of the Hotel Majestic interesting developments are anticipated.

Primroses, daisies and wallflowers are in full bloom in many parts of the country and young lambs may now be seen frisking in the meadows. Can the POET LAUREATE be waiting for someone to get sun stroke?

The Commission on the Responsibilities and Crimes of the War have not yet decided that the ex Kaiser is guilty. At the same time it is said that they have an idea that he knew something about it.

At a Belfast football match last week the winning team, the police and the referee were mobbed by the partisans of the losing side. Local sportsmen condemn the attack on the winning team as a dangerous innovation.

The L.C.C. is training munition girls to be cooks. We understand that the velocity and range will be clearly stamped on the bottom of all pork pies.

A Stromness fisherman, on opening a halibut, found a large cormorant in its stomach. Cormorants, of course, are not fastidious birds... Continue reading book >>

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