by various contributors, Punch — Volume 1 Notes (19th and 20th century)
“ Fashionable Intelligence.—The Paddy Green so frequently referred to was a popular singer and an excellent tempered man. He was unfairly treated by Punch at this time, because really unknown to the writer. Mr. John Green is now the well known and much respected host and proprietor of Evans's Hotel, Covent Garden. ”
by various contributors, Punch — Volume 1 Notes (19th and 20th century)
“ Feargus O'Connor, M.P. for Nottingham, was the leader of the Chartists and projector of the Land Scheme for securing votes to the masses. The project failed. Mr. O'Connor was a political enthusiast, ultimately became insane, and died in an Asylum.Die Hexen am Rhein.—Mr. Frederick Yates was an admirable actor, and the proprietor and manager of the favourite "little Adelphi" Theatre, in the Strand. ”
by various contributors, Punch — Volume 1 Notes (19th and 20th century)
“ An Ode.—Kilpack's Divan, now the American Bowling Alley, in King Street, Covent Garden, continues to be the resort of minor celebrities. As the club was a private one, we do not feel justified in more plainly indicating the members referred to as the "jocal nine." ”
