The Chairman then pronounced a most impressive eulogium on Widdicomb, which was received in solemn silence.
This was responded to by a Shaksperian jester and clown to the ring, the friend and adviser of Widdicomb, who, among other advice, advised him to sit still and say nothing.
The Chairman, in the course of the evening, observed that "the drama could never be in a decline while it had the support of such lungs as those of his friend Stentor."
After the health of Mr. Biddles, of the Bower Saloon, who acknowledged the compliment with a neat nod, the party broke up at a late hour.
Further Particulars.
"A Medical Breakfast has come to be almost a part of the regular proceedings of the British Association—and the last meeting at Hull offered no exception."—Athenæum.
We understand that the bill of fare included Senna Tea, Cream of Tartar, Sugar of Lead, Butter of Antimony, Saffron Cake, Rhubarb Tart, and Antimony Wine. Spatulæ were laid for forty.—Punch.