As able to march five miles at least,
Though he puffs a bit when the speed 's increased;
And he can double
Without much trouble,
And do such deeds as a man must do
Who is willing to help to see things through.

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A Wholesale Order.

"Lieut-Colonel ---- received the K.C.B. and other decorations, including
C.M.G.s, D.S.O.s, Military Crosses, and Royal Red Crosses."--_Evening
Standard._

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From "Paris Theatrical Notes":--

"The programme for to-day at the Opéra compromises 'Samson et
Dalila.'"--_Continental Daily Mail._

It sounds a little superfluous.

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OUR BOOKING-OFFICE.

(_By Mr. Punch's Staff of Learned Clerks_.)