19th century humour (?)
Today’s gem from the Maitland Dougall trunk is a book of conundrums, with questions at one end and answers at the other. They are mostly quite groan-inducing.
203. Why is a handsome woman like a railway engine?
A. She is followed by a train.
229. How do you know that William the Conqueror slept 5 in a bed?
A. He slept with his forefathers.
230. What is the difference between a cow and a broken chair?
A. One gives milk, the other gives whey (way).