John Galsworthy, famed British novelist: "In an address at Bedford College, London, I defended the use of slang, declared it to be 'vigorous and apt.' Said I: 'Probably most of our vital words were slang once. . . . I am waiting now to see "gets my goat" academized by Professor Saintsbury.' "
Sir Harry Lauder, famed Scotch comedian: "Despatches stated that I aspire to become Member of the British Parliament. Said I: 'I have several times been asked to become a candidate, but while I have a strong desire to enter Parliament, I...
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