Deplorable Result of the Forecast of Aug. 23 on the "D. G." Weather Girl.

Forecast.—Fair, warmer. Warnings.—None issued. Actual Weather.—Raining cats and dogs. Moral.—Wear a mackintosh over your classical costume.


A Question of "Rank."

"His Majesty King Grouse, noblest of game!" So toasted Host. Replied the Guest, with dryness,— "I think that in this house the fitter name Would be His Royal Highness!"

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ESSENCE OF PARLIAMENT.

EXTRACTED FROM THE DIARY OF TOBY, M.P.