Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 107, December 22, 1894

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Mr. Goodchild. Yes, I do feel in good spirits this evening. My Boy has passed his Examination!
The Earl. Well, I don't see anything in that. So has mine.
Mr. Goodchild. Er—Indian Civil?
The Earl. No—Bankruptcy!
Question. You consider yourself neglected because, I presume, the public do not appreciate you at your proper value?
Answer. That is, indeed, the case, and for further particulars I refer you to a recent correspondence in the Pall Mall Gazette .
Q. Is it not necessary that you should acquire an immense amount of knowledge to undertake the duties of your profession worthily?
A. Certainly; and we welcome any kind of safeguard that will protect the public against fraud and imposture.
Q. Then you consider your profession very seriously?