Word: sirs
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...desk for the purpose of clearing up in his mind a doubtful point. To his surprise, the venerable professor received his question in silence. It was repeated again. Still no response. "But did you not invite us to ask you questions in regard to your lecture, sir?" inquired the student. "Oh, certainly," replied Professor Peirce, with an air of surprise, "but I meant intelligent questions...
Pater: - "Chinamen? What do you mean, sir...
Write 'em like time, sir...
Professor Dignitatis (meeting Toddlekins somewhat full): - "Mr. Toddlekins, is it possible, sir? This really makes my heart ache...
Toddlekins (compassionately): - "'Shat so, P'fessor? 'Pon m'soul, sir, 'fraid that's very bad sign. Only makesch my head ache. Try Poll'narish, sir." - [Chaff...