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Jokes in 1902

  • Writer: Lawrence Lore
    Lawrence Lore
  • Aug 8, 2023
  • 1 min read

The Sumner Press May 8,1902


The Englishman: What is the most popular drink in America?

The American: "Gimme-the-Same."


There appears to be no fear in golf circles that ping pong will supersede it as a social sport. It is claimed by some that no outdoor sport equals golf except perhaps plowing.


He: I was a fool when I married you.

She: Yes, but I thought you would improve.


Humor doesn't change much. Thank you reading this blog. Hope it educates you and sometimes makes you smile.



 
 

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