They add a new lustre to Old Piccadilly.

And the crippled but gay-hearted heroes in blue
Are a far finer product than wicked "old Q,"
Who ought to have lived in a prison on skilly
Instead of a palace in mid Piccadilly.

The women are splendid, so quiet and strong,
As with resolute purpose they hurry along--
Excepting the flappers, who chatter as shrilly
As parrots let loose to distract Piccadilly.

Thus I muse as I watch with a reverent eye
The New Generation sweep steadily by,
And judge him an ass or a born Silly Billy
Who'd barter the New for the Old Piccadilly.

* * * * *

A CLEARANCE.

"WANTED.--Lady shortly leaving the Colony is desirous of
recommending her baby and wash Amahs, also Houseboy."--_South
China Morning Post_.

* * * * *

"Though the King's birthday was officially celebrated
yesterday, there were no official celebrations."--_Daily
Express_.