[10]. We consider this daring accuracy of statistics something like prophecy. Of course, we challenge investigation.
News will arrive of the fitting out of an American squadron (by private enterprise) for the invasion of England—the grounds of attack being that the island was discovered, some centuries back, by a Roman ancestor of Mr. Julius Cæsar Chollop (of Connecticut, U.S.), and by right should become the property of his descendants.
MARCH.
The formation of volunteer rifle corps, with a view to the protection of life and property, will be strongly recommended.
The rate of cab fares of the metropolis will continue at 4s. 6d. per mile. Drivers, as heretofore, will be encouraged to enforce its payment from a parsimonious British public.
Greenwich Fair will present the usual endless variety of intellectual recreations.