Why is a young lawyer in his office like one of his chickens roosting on his neighbor's fence? He has no business there.
What is the difference between perseverance and obstinacy? One arises from a strong will, the other from a strong won't.
In what color should friendship be kept? In violet.
What is the noblest musical instrument? An upright piano. What the vilest? A lyre.
How do seamstresses resemble rascals? They cut and run.
Why is a Bostonian's brain like a book of conundrums? Because it is full of notions.
Why is a fortunate man like a straw in the water? Because he goes on swimmingly.
Why is the man who falls in the kennel approved of? Because he's add-mir'd.
Why is an organ an enemy to religion? Because it stands against the communion.
Why are sharpers like sparrows? Because they feather their nests.