4. Why are railways like laundresses? Because they have “ironed” the world, and occasionally done a little mangling.
5. Which is the most difficult train to catch? The 12:50, because it is ten to one if you do catch it.
6. What nation does a criminal dread most? Condem-nation.
7. What musical instrument invites you to fish? Cast-a-net (castanet).
8. What trees flourish best upon the hearth? Ashes.
9. Which is the queen of the roses, and why? The rose of the watering pot, because it rains (reigns) over them all.
10. Why is a dog biting his own tail like a good manager? Because he makes both ends meet.
11. Why is love like pattens? Because it elevates the soul (sole).
12. Why are stars the best astronomers? Because they have studded (studied) the heavens since the Creation.
13. If Mr. Rowland Hill were to give each of his children a gold dollar why would he be like the rising sun? Because he tips the little Hills with gold.