William Duane.
Philadelphia.
Publican's Invitation.—Amongst various other ingenious contrivances adopted by the proprietors of the rosoglio houses (anglicè, dram-shops) in Valetta, to attract the custom and patronage of the gallant red-jackets that swarm in our streets at this time, one individual has put forth and distributed among the soldiers the following puzzle, which I send for the amusement of your readers. A very little study will suffice to master the mysterious document.
"THE PUBLICAN'S INVITATION.
Here's to Pand's Pen. DASOCI.
Alhou Rinha? R. M. (Les Smirt)
Ha! N. D. F. Unlet fri. Ends.
HIPRE! ign. Beju! Standk.
Indan! Devil's Peako! F. N.