Reader.—The ball that took place at the residence of the Hon. Mrs. Mortimer last evening was distinguished by the presence of the President.
A number of débutantes were present, the majority of whom were dressed in—Here the reader glances at the carpenter, who answers, “Shavings.”
Reader—“Their headgear consisted of (glances at the fruiterer)—
Fruiterer—“Pine-apples.”
Reader—“Their jewels were necklaces (glances at the ironmonger)—
Ironmonger—“Of nails.”
Reader—“The dancing took place in—
Tobacconist—“A cigar box.”
Reader—“The walls of which were richly decorated with—
Lawyer—“Red tape.”