A. In the olden time it was gathered on Hounslow Heath and other deserted spots, by mounted horsemen wearing masks and carrying pistols.

Q. What is the modern way of securing funds, on the same principles, but with smaller risk?

A. By promoting companies and other expedients known to the members of the Stock Exchange.


A Good Figure-head.—An arithmetician's.


An Empty Embrace.

"'Ere y'are! Humberella rings, two a penny!"