the Latin for a "dove," it
gave rise to the following: What is the difference between the Old
World and the New? The former was discovered by _Columba_, who
started from Noah; the latter by Columbus, who started from Ge-noa.

What is the difference between Kossuth and a half-starved countryman?
One is a native of Hungary, the other is a hungry native.

Who may be said to have had the largest family in America? George
Washington, for he was the father of his country.

CHAPTER V

CONUNDRUMS OF THE CIVIL WAR PERIOD

Why does our army differ from the army of the Revolution? Because in
one case the army is bound to defend Washington, in the other
Washington was bound to defend the army.

Why is the Republican Party like a celebrated English ruler of the
seventeenth century, "Oliver Cromwell, the Blacksmith"? Because it
breaks asunder the chains of despotism and adds a link on (A.
Lincoln) to history.

Why is an owl in the daylight like the President of the United
States? Because he is a-blinkin' (Abe Lincoln).

Why is one of the new Treasury notes like a young lady's love letter?
Because it is the acknowledgment of a loan made (lone maid) to which
an unusual amount of interest is attached.

Why is the American Union a puzzle to the most profound astronomers?
Because some of its "stars" have gone, and they cannot predict their
return.

Why is General McClellan like the Established Church? Because he
governs by Can(n)on Law.

Why is a diamond in a cup of cold water like the Union? Because it
will not dissolve.

Why are the shot and shell of the blockading squadron like lovers'
vows? Because they are intended for privateers (private ears).

Why are American greenbacks like the Jews? Because they are the
product of Abraham, and no one knows if they will ever be redeemed.

Upon what guard do the New York Zouaves most desire to be put?
Beaure-guard.

Why would the colors of our national ensign make a good dress for
ladies? Because they are colors that won't run.

Why are our fashionable ladies like a certain class of the city
employees? Because they may be seen by scores on a fair day sweeping
the streets.

In what relation does the President of the United States stand to
Adam? As second son, because his name is Abe L. (Abel).

Why is it impossible for the government to grant the request of our
Southern brethren? Because children in arms are never left alone.

Why, when the rebels smite us upon t