Chorus in the Stern. "DON'T GO ON LIKE THAT—OR YOU'LL UPSET US ALL!!"
THE ROYAL ACADEMY BANQUET.
Exceptionally good in food for body and mind. "First person present in indicative mood" is Sir Frederick, the courteous President, pointing out to Royal Highnesses the beauties of Burlington House. Stars, ribands, and garters everywhere. Exceptionally distinguished personages come in with invitations only, and no orders. Pretty to see Cardinal Manning's bright scarlet scull-cap, quite eclipsing Rustem Pasha's fez. Cardinal distinctly observed to smile during Markiss's humorous observations. "Markiss is ready," sounds like twin phrase to "Barkis is willin'." H.R.H.'s speech shorter than ever. Wonderful, too, how eloquent Sir Frederick contrives to spread fresh butter on dry old toasts, so that everyone relishes them as choice morsels. All speeches shorter, except Admiralty Lord's, who, being among portrait-painters, goes in for figures. But where is—"Mr. Stanley, I presume?" Not here. Invited, but perhaps exploring neighbourhood, and unable to discover Burlington House. Altogether an exceptionally brilliant evening.
AT A HORSE FAIR.
Dealer. "Now, Guv'nor, say you'll 'ave 'im for Thirty-five Bob. You can't get a good sound young 'Oss like 'im for less!"