Humorous.
"I do not desire wealth for itself," remarked the philosopher. "No," replied the cynic, " I suppose you desire it for yourself. " He You don't sing or play ? Then I presume you write or paint? She— Oh, no ; I'm like the young men we meet in society — I simply sit around and try to look intelligent. At the opera—" I can't explain the success of that singer." "Neither can I." " She sings through her nose most atrociously." "Perhaps that is the reason why every one is waving a handkerchief at her." Young Winks : Say, sis, I wish you'd tell me whether you think Nellie Minkscares for me or not ? Sister : Does she - seem to like to talk to you ? Young Winks : Always. Sister : Is she bright and witty in her remarks ? Young Winks : Just as funny as she can be. Sister : And seems • to be enjoying herself ever so much when you are around ? Young Winks : Indeed she does. Sister : Well she don't care a straw for you.
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Te Aroha News, Volume IV, Issue 201, 30 April 1887, Page 6
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168Humorous. Te Aroha News, Volume IV, Issue 201, 30 April 1887, Page 6
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