MCDXXVI.—VERY LIKELY.
An officer of the navy being asked what Burke meant by the "Cheap defence of nations," replied, "A midshipman's half-pay,—nothing a-day and find yourself."
MCDXXVII.—INQUEST EXTRAORDINARY.
Died suddenly,—surprised at such a rarity!
Verdict,—Saw Eldon do a little bit of charity.
MCDXXVIII.—A GRUNT.
"Doctor, when we have sat together some time, you'll find my brother very entertaining."—"Sir," said Johnson, "I can wait."
MCDXXIX.—ONE FAULT.
"She is insupportable," said a wit with marked emphasis, of one well known; but, as if he had gone too far, he added, "It is her only defect."
MCDXXX.—TO THE "COMING" MAN.
Smart waiter, be contented with thy state,
The world is his who best knows how to wait.