Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, May 21, 1919 By: Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, May 21, 1919 is a delightful collection of humorous and satirical pieces that will keep readers entertained from start to finish. The magazine covers a wide range of topics, from politics and society to culture and daily life, all with a witty and charming tone that is sure to leave a smile on the reader's face. The illustrations throughout the volume are also worth mentioning, adding an extra layer of humor to the already clever writing. The combination of witty commentary and whimsical drawings creates a truly enjoyable reading experience. Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, May 21, 1919 is a fantastic read for anyone looking for a good laugh and some light-hearted entertainment. Whether you're a fan of satire or just enjoy a good chuckle, this volume is sure to entertain and delight. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI. VOL. 156. May 21, 1919. CHARIVARIA. "We thought it was to be a Peace Conference," remarks the Berliner Tageblatt sadly. Instead of which it turned out to be another Diet of Worms. "Wanted a Dock Examiner," says a technical paper advertisement. Now if they had only wanted a Duke examiner we have the very man in mind. Several correspondents have written to The Daily Express asking whether it is not unlucky to be married on a Friday. Our own experience is that it doesn't make much difference which day it is. We learn on good authority that an airman recently flew from Newfoundland to the English coast, but immediately returned as he considered that the weather was unfavourable for landing. As the whole affair appears to have been hushed up it is thought that he was of American nationality. "A seasonable dish," says Household Hints , "is crab au gratis ." We can only say that in our own experience it never seems to be in season at the smartest restaurants. An American Army doctor has discovered that sea sickness originates in the ears. This confirms the old theory that persons who sleep with both ears pressed against the pillow are never sea sick. Presents given prior to engagements, says Judge CLUER, are in the nature of bait and cannot be recovered... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, May 21, 1919 By: Various

Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, May 21, 1919 is a delightful collection of humorous and satirical pieces that will keep readers entertained from start to finish. The magazine covers a wide range of topics, from politics and society to culture and daily life, all with a witty and charming tone that is sure to leave a smile on the reader's face.

The illustrations throughout the volume are also worth mentioning, adding an extra layer of humor to the already clever writing. The combination of witty commentary and whimsical drawings creates a truly enjoyable reading experience.

Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, May 21, 1919 is a fantastic read for anyone looking for a good laugh and some light-hearted entertainment. Whether you're a fan of satire or just enjoy a good chuckle, this volume is sure to entertain and delight.

First Page:

PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI.

VOL. 156.

May 21, 1919.

CHARIVARIA.

"We thought it was to be a Peace Conference," remarks the Berliner Tageblatt sadly. Instead of which it turned out to be another Diet of Worms.

"Wanted a Dock Examiner," says a technical paper advertisement. Now if they had only wanted a Duke examiner we have the very man in mind.

Several correspondents have written to The Daily Express asking whether it is not unlucky to be married on a Friday. Our own experience is that it doesn't make much difference which day it is.

We learn on good authority that an airman recently flew from Newfoundland to the English coast, but immediately returned as he considered that the weather was unfavourable for landing. As the whole affair appears to have been hushed up it is thought that he was of American nationality.

"A seasonable dish," says Household Hints , "is crab au gratis ." We can only say that in our own experience it never seems to be in season at the smartest restaurants.

An American Army doctor has discovered that sea sickness originates in the ears. This confirms the old theory that persons who sleep with both ears pressed against the pillow are never sea sick.

Presents given prior to engagements, says Judge CLUER, are in the nature of bait and cannot be recovered... Continue reading book >>

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