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Article : 80 wordsA CHRISTMAS GOOSE.—The man who does not enjoy himself during the holidays. The Best Christmas Book. —A cheque book. A Christmas Present.—That of 1876. ...
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Melbourne Punch (Vic. : 1855 - 1900), Thu 28 Dec 1876, Page 1
It's easy and takes two shakes of a lamb's tail!
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