The Perfect Job

“The editor is one of the happiest individuals in the world. He can go to the circus in the afternoon and evening without paying a nickel; also to inquests and hangings.”

 

—Commentary, The Elko (Nevada) Free Press, April 1887.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Editorial Comment: Who wouldn't want that job?

 

 

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