Sir, Dr Mesmer visits from Germany and brings news of his scientific principle, whereupon he can command any to do as he desires. "For healing", he insists. Over a large Brandy, I do persuade him to cause my servants to believe they are swimming. It is nudes
Sir - we are fast approaching the birth of Lord and saviour, I have instructed Margot my housekeeper to devise a game that myself and my servants can entertain ourselves with during the Christmas festivities. I fear she may have got carried away with the
Sir, Recently, Lord Pussetshaft proposed 'A Lady, when inverted, do resemble a Gentleman, and none can tell them apart'. After much Brandy and debate, we reached no firm conclusion. I called for two servants, but alas they were unable to remain still f
Sir, a pleasant evening spent with Lord and Lady Oppenshaw, who have have a minstrel to play a six stringed guitar during dinner. Enjoying this novelty, upon return to my house I do I employ a local musician from the village to accompany me in my study a
Sir, A picture post-card arrives from Gussy Herbert, on a trade envoy to Greece. "Am enjoying the Retsina and the unusual sports of this place. One of the wrestlers has offered to show me some of his 'moves' tomorrow night, quite exciting!". I raise
Sir, I have oft heard it pronounced that the fairer sex are not capable of riding these new "safety bicycles", as it may prove too strenuous or in some way un-ladylike to do so. I trust that herein I am able to provide proof that this argument has no m
Sir, I have hired two Italian chefs to give my luncheon greater variety. The chefs are currently banging and crashing around in the kitchen - presumably the Italian way - and I am in great anticipation of what exciting new experiences they may introduce
Sir, a curious greeting card arrives this morning. I am unable to ascertain the intent of the sender. It is a most pleasing vista. I admire it for most of the morning. I later show the card to Gussy Herbert, who bursts out laughing. "The sender think
Sir, There is much to be learned from the many illustrated books of our age. In the 'Woman's Favourite Cookbook' I discover a whole chapter devoted to butter making.
