Judge.—“Did you sign a twelve months’ engagement?”
Governess.—“No, my lord, I should never think of signing such a thing.”
Judge.—“Why?”
Governess.—“Because at the end of six months I always need a rest.”
Judge.—“I can understand that. I don’t doubt that before long you will find engagements of three months’ duration quite long enough to satisfy you.” (Laughter).
Governess.—“Neither do I, my lord.” (Renewed laughter).
Later on the Judge addresses the defendant.
Judge.—“Do you admit having struck the plaintiff?”
Defendant.—“Yes, my lord, I gave her a slap.”
Judge.—“In the presence of your children?”