The Ass and the Lion Fable of Abdication Attempt
An ass seeks to supplant the lion and claims forest support. The lion questions the plan, and the ass insists on his backing. A buffalo recognizes the deception as the ass brays revealing his true nature and warns him to quit.
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Two United States senators walk together in silence exchanging a question about a large corporation allegedly controlling a majority in the Senate. They discuss why the same group hasn’t gained control of the House, reflecting on political power and influence.
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Honest Dan and the mayoral bid in a smoky car
A dejected candidate for mayor tells of political rise and fall from honest man to defeat. The fat man advises recovery with cod liver oil after recounting early fame, papers, and campaign finance. The exchange ends with a humorous health tip.
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All Is Well In Crooked Streetcar Encounter
A fussy man yields his seat to a woman in need and recalls their past engagement. He explains their harmony on frying pan handles facing north and the dove of peace over his home, then advises the seat remain for the stranger. He dislikes women standing and tugging straps in streetcars.
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