Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, June 7, 1916 By: Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, June 7, 1916 offers a fascinating look into the world of British political satire at the height of World War I. The collection of cartoons, articles, and humorous anecdotes provides a unique insight into the sentiments and struggles of the time. The illustrations are cleverly executed and offer a humorous take on the important events of the era. The articles are witty and insightful, showcasing the sharp wit and intelligence of the writers. Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, June 7, 1916 is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the attitudes and perspectives of the people during a tumultuous period in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, political satire, or simply enjoys a good laugh. First Page: PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI VOL. 150 JUNE 7, 1916 CHARIVARIA. A correspondent writes to tell us of a painful experience which he has had in consequence of his efforts to practise war time economy in the matter of dress. The other evening, after going to bed at dusk in order to save artificial light, he was rung up by the police at 1 A.M. and charged with showing a light. It appears that he had gone to bed with his blind up, after throwing his well worn trousers over the back of a chair, and that the rays of a street lamp had caught the glossy sheen of this garment and been reflected into the eagle eye of the constable. According to a Reuter's message the Greeks are "much preoccupied" at the seizure of strategic positions on Greek territory by Bulgarian troops. The preoccupation, it is thought, should have been done by the Allies. While he was on his way to make a Memorial Day speech at Kansas City, Mo., an open knife was thrown at Ex President ROOSEVELT. Some of his bitterest friends in the journalistic world allege that it was just a paper knife. Last week a number of professional fortune tellers were fined at Southend for having predicted Zeppelins. The fraudulent nature of their pretensions was sufficiently manifest, since even the authorities had been unable to foresee the coming of the Zeppelins until some time after they had arrived... Continue reading book >>

Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, June 7, 1916 By: Various

Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, June 7, 1916 offers a fascinating look into the world of British political satire at the height of World War I. The collection of cartoons, articles, and humorous anecdotes provides a unique insight into the sentiments and struggles of the time.

The illustrations are cleverly executed and offer a humorous take on the important events of the era. The articles are witty and insightful, showcasing the sharp wit and intelligence of the writers.

Overall, Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, June 7, 1916 is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the attitudes and perspectives of the people during a tumultuous period in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, political satire, or simply enjoys a good laugh.

First Page:

PUNCH, OR THE LONDON CHARIVARI

VOL. 150

JUNE 7, 1916

CHARIVARIA.

A correspondent writes to tell us of a painful experience which he has had in consequence of his efforts to practise war time economy in the matter of dress. The other evening, after going to bed at dusk in order to save artificial light, he was rung up by the police at 1 A.M. and charged with showing a light. It appears that he had gone to bed with his blind up, after throwing his well worn trousers over the back of a chair, and that the rays of a street lamp had caught the glossy sheen of this garment and been reflected into the eagle eye of the constable.

According to a Reuter's message the Greeks are "much preoccupied" at the seizure of strategic positions on Greek territory by Bulgarian troops. The preoccupation, it is thought, should have been done by the Allies.

While he was on his way to make a Memorial Day speech at Kansas City, Mo., an open knife was thrown at Ex President ROOSEVELT. Some of his bitterest friends in the journalistic world allege that it was just a paper knife.

Last week a number of professional fortune tellers were fined at Southend for having predicted Zeppelins. The fraudulent nature of their pretensions was sufficiently manifest, since even the authorities had been unable to foresee the coming of the Zeppelins until some time after they had arrived... Continue reading book >>

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