_Punch_-Prophet. Army when reduced to last biscuit, fed on racing
intelligence. Captain-General sustained nature on white native plant
called _Tehp_, much used by Indian tribe of _Estar-ting-prisahs_. My
body-guard performed prodigies on _Thenod_, the well-known root of the
_Cuff_ plant. Have adopted you as my grandson.

(_Signed_) Ezeta, _President_.

That is sufficient for one week. Those who wish for more in the
meantime, must call at my residence.

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THE REAL GRIEVANCE OFFICE.

(_BEFORE MR. COMMISSIONER PUNCH._)

_AN ENGINEER OFFICER, R.N., INTRODUCED._

_The Commissioner_. Sorry to see you here, Sir, as your presence
argues that you have a right to demand redress.

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_Engineer Officer, R.N._ I think, Sir, that we have a genuine
grievance is almost universally conceded. But, as our labours and
responsibilities have increased enormously of late years, perhaps you
will kindly allow me to describe our duties.

_The Com._ By all means.