Gentlemen, I am most perplexed. Having commissioned a portrait of my fiancee, I was shocked when presented with this (admittedly fine and lovely) life-size rendering of her in a most odalisque pose. I naturally anticipated viewing her in this state only
Sir, The need has arisen for the appointment of a new maid. In addition to the usual references and letter of introduction I now demand a demonstration of their skills. This has proved most worthwhile.
Dear Henny, I found a wonderful piece for our lithograph collection. Tis a lovely Illyrian scene which should further our amateur anthropological studies. I can’t wait to review it with you when I return.
My Dear Henny, I have another find for your charity talent show! This young maiden Irene is a gymnast and trapeze performer of some skill, and has graciously showcased her most impressive talents. I’ve sent her to your tea club posthaste, I’m sure yo
Sir, To-day was most unseasonably hot, and my servants did complain about having to work in the heat. But grates must be scrubbed, rugs must be beaten and tables must be dusted. I do suggest to the maids that they may remove their clothing. It is most jo
Sir, After a tiresome day scolding servants, I do retire to my library to peruse my books over a glass of brandy. Upon the page, a morality tale do appear : When hiring two doxies be sure to watch them both, or one will surely steal your roast beef and p
Sir, The editor of the Farmers Gazette enquired with my gamekeeper regarding the escape of a farm animal very recently. As there were no first hand accounts I obliged him by re creating the scene for the photo lithographic artist. Sales of the Gazette h