Never so popular. The War goes well,

And London's millions needs must find a way

To vent their exaltation—else they burst.

J. But could you not have travelled by the Tube?

K. I did essay the Tube, but found it stuffed.

The atmosphere was solid as a cheese,

And I was loath to penetrate the crowd

Lest it should shove me from behind upon

The electric rail.

J. Can you account for that?