rds known? Because they always
have a comb about them.

Why is a dirty man like flannel? Because he shrinks from washing.

What is the difference between the earth and the sea? One is dirty,
the other tidy.

Why is geology considered a deep science? Because it penetrates deep
into the earth.

Why was our last question like a young lady sitting on theological
works? Because it was virgin on something serious.

When you see a lady in distress, what should you pull up, and what
bury? You should pluck up courage and inter-fear (interfere) in her
behalf.

What is the difference between a good and a bad governess? One
teaches Miss, the other misteaches.

When may a man be said to be literally immersed in his business? When
giving a swimming lesson.

What prevents a running river running right away? It is tied up.

What sort of a cold is necessary to insure your getting on well at
Court? Influence-sir.

Why is a man taking a hedge at a single bound like one snoring?
Because he does it in his-leap (his sleep).

Why are ladies like hinges? Because they are things to a door
(adore).

What is that which never asks questions, yet requires many answers?
The doorknocker.

Why is a door always in the subjunctive mood? Because it is always
wood (would)--or should be.

Why is a new-born baby like a storm? Because it begins with a squall.

When is a schoolmaster like a man with one eye? When he has a vacancy
for a pupil.

How do angry women prove themselves strong nerved? They exhibit their
"presents of mind" by giving you a bit of it.

What soup would cannibals prefer? The broth of a boy.

What is the only form in this world which all nations, barbarous and
civilized and otherwise, are agreed upon following? The female form.

Why is a comet more like a dog than the dog-star? Because it has a
tail and the dog-star hasn't.

Why is a watch-dog bigger by night than in the morning? Because he is
let out at night and taken in in the morning.

Why is a dog biting his own tail like a good manager? Because he
makes both ends meet.

When is a black dog not a black dog? When he is a grey-hound.

Why should you always choose white cows? Because it is no use milking
those that are dun before you begin.

Why are two watches given as prizes like a happy married couple?
Because though they are two, yet are they one (won).

Why is a human being like an earthen jug? Because both are made of
clay.

Why is a man with co