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?