Sir, A telegram from Gussy Herbert whereupon he declares that he has enjoyed a Prussian Chuckaboo. I imagine that this might be a spiced sweetmeat dish, but on referring to my illustrated dictionary, I was quite shocked as to the practice. Although I not nudes
Dear Henny, whilst in London Town I’ve gone to Sotheby’s booksellers, they’ve granted me access to their statue collection, and I’m seeing to the possible acquisition of one, a wonderful Satyr piece. A daguerreotype is enclosed, with my assistant
To the Postmaster General, Im writing to you this very morning in praise of our new telegram boy. I find him to be the most dilligent and courteous fellow imaginable and I oft see him cycling up the drive whistling a cheery tune with a smile on his face.
Sir, I instruct my staff to prepare rooms for my guests, but they insist upon practicing their act "The Tumbling Maldinis" for the summer fayre. I offer some instruction and stage direction which is gladly accepted and do you know, I think their act ma
Sir, Daisy, my new maid, does exclaim that she is most tired and exhausted from her work. Fearing her imminent collapse, I sit her down upon a nearby table to rest. I sit opposite her for a good thirty minutes or more, to ensure that she is fully recover
Sir, A communique from Gussy Herbert, Empire Correspondent. "Such warm weather here" he declares, "And fine ladies! I shall bring back many a tale for you upon my return". I sigh. Gussy's tales usually involve paying a woman sixpence and spending th
Dear ladies, there are few choices as important as your choice of a lady's maid! Speaking from experience, I advise you to test all candidates most thoroughly for such virtues as cleanliness, honesty, comeliness and willingness to get very personal with
Sir, I have been minded to commision an Artist to paint a portrait. Upon his arrival he insists upon setting up his easel in the drawing room, lacking inspiration he sugests that one of the maids do model for him in a variety of classical poses. I agree
