But Chap, of Vic., is strict, they passed in Parliament so recently,"

The bobbie was a thirsty one, he winked a thirsty wink.

"Ha! ha!" said Binks, "You know the lines, so don't be too particular,

There's some back door that's open," said the constable, "you're right;

Just move an' there thro' yondher lane an' hide up perpendicular,

Beyant the lamp, I'll folly whin there's nobody in sight."

The thing was managed gracefully, and with an open sesamè,

The constable had stolen to a quiet bar with Binks,

Produced a clay, said he, "I hope yer honor won't think less of me,

To pull a pipe," "By Jove! I don't," said Binks, and bought the drinks.