The banquet was about to begin when the master of ceremonies was informed that the clergyman invited to give the blessing was unable to attend. He asked the main speaker if he would oblige, and the man agreed.

He began, "There being no clergyman present, let us thank God."

Received from Thomas Ellsworth.

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