Why is a beehive like a spectator? Because it is a beeholder (beholder).
What are the most unsociable things in the world? Mile-stones, for you never see two of them together.
When does a regiment undergo an operation? When deprived of its arms.
What is the greatest eyesore in a farm yard? A pig-sty.
What is the difference between the manner of the death of a barber and a sculptor? One curls up and dies and the other makes faces and busts.
Why may carpenters reasonably believe there is no such thing as stone? Because they never saw it.
What is majesty deprived of its externals? (M) a jest (Y).
Why is a good speller of a spelling match like a glass of champagne? Because they both go to the head.
When does a lady think her husband a Hercules? When fond of his club.
Why is it that a fisherman cannot tell his gross profits? Because they are always net.