Sir, If it pleases you, may I draw attention to this illustration from a book I have been reading in my library. I feel it perfectly illustrates modern etiquette at the table.
Sir, This evening to my club, and to a private show by Mr Alfonso and his assistant, of an acrobatic dexterity ne'er seen before. Such was their skill and adroitness that three encores were called. A most fascinating evening.
Sir, Lady X is well known for her regular nudity around guests and servants alike. Sadly, I am married to Lady B___ who refuses to show even so much as an ankle. It is therefore advantageous that Maid Lizzy is always most enthusiastic to "role-play" ar
Sir, I sit within my library, enjoying a glass of port and perusing some books I did recently buy from a dealer. One in particular caught my eye, for it purports to show how things will be in 50 years time. The chapter on future clothing and fashions was
Sir, Maid Gertie is most curious about Lady B___'s disrobing screen. "It do hide the lady when she undresses?" she asks. "Yes." I reply. "And she can be bare and yet none can see?" "Yes." "If I was bare you could not see?" "Perhaps. Why not t
Sir, It is 2 past the midnight hour, and I discover maid Emily relaxing in a chair of her betters. She beckons seductively with her fan. "You are such a progressive employer. 6d an hour is too much. I must repay your kindness". Lady B___ then wakes me
Sir, With regard to the modern fashions of today, it does sometimes concern me that Ladies are want to wear clothing that is a little too masculine in design. I therefore welcome this combination of styles, which I perceive to be most delightful.
Sir, Gussy Herbert sends a most confusing postcard from Paris, informing me of his "Duplex Candle System". He intends to patent his invention immediately upon his return to London, which he believes will make him great wealth. I think the man has a bra
