Violinist (one of trio of amateurs who have just obliged with rather lengthy performance). "Well, we've left off at last!" Hostess. "Thank you so much!"
AT SIXTY.
She. Will Lady Jane before those Jones's bow?
He. Shall I, I wonder, get my knighthood now?
She. Doctor, dear doctor, what does ail my back?
He. Will Lord Fitz-Faddle give that berth to Jack?
She. Is Nelly really sweet on that young Brown?
He. Are Costa Ricas going up or down?
She. He seemed so sparkish! Is it quite too late?