The_ President _and several_
Members of the Council _waiting arrival of Government to inspect their
most recent purchase._
_President_ (_with assumed joviality_). Well, my dear Colleagues, I
do not think exception _can_ be taken to this composition. Simple and
effective, is it not?
_First Member of Council_ (_gloomily_). Oh, you never know! I think we
ought to have opposed the admission of the Cabinet--what should _they_
know about Art?
_Second Mem_. (_drily_). Enough to make speeches at the annual
dinner--to which they wouldn't come if we snubbed them.
_First Mem_. What of that? I am sure the President is quite eloquent
enough to stand alone.
_Pres_. (_with a graceful bow_). You are most kind. But, hush! here
comes Lord SALISBURY!
_Enter the_ PRIME MINISTER. _Cordial greetings._
_Premier_ (_briskly_). I am sure you will forgive me if I get through
this quickly. (_Looking at picture._) Hm! Yes, very nice; but _did_
EDWARD the Black Prince wear his Garter ribbon in battle? I am sure
I refrain from appearing in mine under similar circumstances.
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