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
Sir, Having filled the cellar with wines,spirits & brandies, I find myself short on funds. Laundry seems excessively expensive, but a philanthropist like myself would never ask staff to pay for their clothing to be washed. Thus I devise an alternativ
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, After a rendition of Mozart I conclude that the harpsichord is much in need of a tuner. I have glanced at the leaflet that came from the manufacturer but the proceedure seems very technical.
Sir, In readiness for the feast of St Stephen, I do restock the wine cellar. Maid Elsie do assist. In the course of our work, we do both sample a little wine, brandy and port. Reclining with ease, Elsie declares it "most fine", and I do very much agree
Sir, Maid Moria hails from a small Scottish Isle where they have a most curious custom. Upon All Hallow's Eve, one do dress up in ghostly or demonic attire, and must request sweetmeats from strangers. I do heartily encourage such activities, they are mo
Sir, I write in haste and with some little secrecy; located as I am upon a straw paillasse within the boathouse. I unexpectedly found myself in the presence of a disrobed maid. I have yet to provide an explanation which might quell the ire of Lady B___.
Sir, I receive a letter from Gussy Herbert, who is currently on government work overseas. "I have grown the best moustache. It is the most fashionable style these days". He encloses a photo. I am uncertain whose whiskers are the most impressive, but I