THE POLICE PHRASE-BOOK.

As Used in France.

I have no time to answer questions.

The slightest protest will mean arrest.

You will cause me to draw my sword.

I have a loaded revolver.

We must take that barricade.

We must obtain the help of the army.

We can assist bayonets with bullets.

We have no cause to succour the wounded.

We must preserve order. And, to do this, we cry, "Long live France! Fire upon any one! Charge!"

As Used in England.

The first turning to the left. Sir, and then keep straight on until you meet another constable—then ask again.

You have taken too much; you had better go home quietly. Shall I call a cab?

Now don't forget you are a gentleman, Sir, but help me to do my duty.

Now, coachman, wait a moment. Must let these pass before you can come.

We don't want any help, Sir. Why the crowd's as meek as sheep and as good natured as sandboys.

Here, Sir, you have had an awkward tumble. Let me hold you up while my mate goes for an ambulance.

We must preserve order. And to do this we have only to observe "move on."

Parliamentary.—Change of name. Mr. Conybeare henceforth to be known as "Conybore," with the accent on the "bore."