"A Private View."—Pat. "What d'ye think of the Home Rule Bill, Murphy?" Murphy (puzzled). "Begorra, if it means staying at home with the ould woman every blessed day, home rule won't do for me at all, at all!"
P.I.P.
(Perfectly Impossible Pulp)
The Royal Visit to Ireland
No doubt some of our readers have been, at one time or another, in Ireland, especially those who were born there. It is hoped, however, that the following notes may be of some value to those whose attention has now for the first time been attracted to this country by the King's visit.
Many, however, will remember that not very long ago Ireland was the scene of perhaps the most bloodless and humane motor-car encounters of modern times.
The inhabitants of the island (who consist of men, women, and children of both sexes) are full of native character. They are generally fond of animals, especially pigs and "bulls." These latter wear what is known as a Celtic fringe on the forehead.
The principal exports are emigrants, M.P.s, shamrocks, Dublin Fusiliers, Field Marshals, real lace, and cigars.