Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, July 19, 1890 by Various
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professions. A firm of enterprising Agents offer bracing and
profitable occupation (coupled with the use _gratis_, of two broken spades, an old manure-cart, and an axe without a handle) in a peculiarly romantic and unhealthy district in the backwoods of West-Torrida. Photograph, if desired, of Agent's residence (distant several hundred miles away.) Excellent opening for young men fresh from first-class public school or college-life: who should, of course, be prepared to "rough it" a little before making competence or large fortune, by delightful pursuit of agriculture. No restrictive civilisation. No drains. Excellent supply of water and heavy floods as a rule, during three months of year, bringing on Spring crops without expense of irrigation. Very low death-rate, most of population having recently cleared out. Small village and (horse)-doctor within twenty-five miles' ride. Wild and beautiful country. Every incentive to work. Rare poisonous reptiles, and tarantula spiders, most interesting to young observant naturalist. Capital prospect--great saving offered to careful parents anxious to set up brougham, or increase private expenses. Five boys (reduction on taking a quantity) disposed of for about £250 and outfit, with probably, no further trouble.--Address, Messrs. SHARKEY AND CRIMPIN, Colonial and Emigration Agents. &c. * * * * * CONCERTS! CONCERTS!--Amateur Comic Vocalist and impromptu "Vamper" (gentleman born) of several years' experience in best London Society, is anxious to meet with bold and speculative Manager who will offer him a first engagement. Can sing--omitting a few high notes--various popular melodies, comprising, "_Aunt Sarah's Back-hair," "The Twopenny Toff of 'Ighgate 'Ill_," and "_Tommy Robinson's Last Cigar_," and also |
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