TOO KIND BY HALF
He.—"Oh, I've long given up dancing for my own sake. I only dance now with those unlucky girls that don't get partners. Who's that young lady behind you?"
She.—"My daughter."
He.—"Pray, introduce me!"
AN INFELICITOUS SPEECH
"Why, you're looking better already, Sir Ronald!"
"Yes, thanks to your delightful hospitality, I've had everything my doctor ordered me: 'Fresh air, good food, agreeable society, and cheerful conversation that involves no strain on the intellect!'"
