Punch,  63 (1872), 93.

Mysterious Machinery

Anon

Genre:

News-Commentary, Drollery

Subjects:

Invention, Language


    Discusses an advertisement for a 'Vowel Washing Machine'. Asks how it works and what function it serves. Wonders whether the machine would be of any service to foul-mouthed individuals, and whether it could be used to purify slang.



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