Mr Punch in London Town VI

Haven’t done one of these for a bit. More funnies from the New Punch Library featuring early 20C cartoons.

Mr Punch in London Town
OFFICIAL FOR DOLE (calls on means test). How much have you got in the bank? APPLICANT Ten thousand pounds. OFFICIAL. Don't be silly. APPLICANT. Well, you started it. by GL Stampa.

Here’s a fine example of the wonderful economy and clean lines of Fougasse (Kenneth Bird) who was the first cartoonist to become editor of Punch.
Mr Punch in London Town.
"My good man. Can you only play one tune?" "Ain't one enough?" by Fougasse

Mr Punch in London Town
MAGISTRATE. So you acknowledge having stolen the overcoat. Anything more to say? PRISONER. Yes, your honour. I had to have the sleeves re-lined. by Gunning King.

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