Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 226, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 9 October 1917 — HAVE A SMILE [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

HAVE A SMILE

Practical Young Man.

“Did you have any trouble In getting Mr. Growler’s consent to marry his daughter?” “No, the affair was quickly concluded.” , “How did you manage?” “I went In to see him, leading his daughter by one hand and carrying my bankbook In the other.”

He Knew Her. —Mrs^JEigg—l really ought to go to that club meeting this afternoon, but I can’t get up enough energy to start. Figg—Won’t it help you along if I tell you not to go? The Retort Feminine. She —What do you suppose Harold meant by sending me those flowers? Also probably meant to imply that you were a dead one.

The Mutual Division. /

“That poor woman hasn’t been married any time, and already she is taking in washing.” “What Is her husband doing?” “Oh, he’s z taking in the proceeds.” Yhe Idea.

“What is your opinion of Bunker’s honesty ?” “Nqt much. He actually had the nerve to come round to my house and steal an umbrella I borrowed from him.”

Domestic Criticisms. His Wise —How forgetful you are, John! Everything I say to you seems to go in one ear and out at the other. Her Husband —Yes, and everything you hear goes in at both ears and out at jour mouth. Anticipated Her Request. Edna —Dick, dear, there Is something of the old-time lovelight In your eyes today; something about you that reminds me of the sweet days so long ngq. I hope you have — Dick —Yes, I have a little left. How much do you want this time?