Winning Riddles
Following are the riddles that decided half-crown prize-winners in the recent Jumbled Names Competition:— a * * * (Sent in by Rubina Dawson, Towai) Q. —Why is the Tikipunga Orphanage like the sun? A. —Because' it is sure to rise and be a blessing. * * * (Sent in by Kelvin Connolly, Portland) Q. —What is the difference between an egg and the Kupe Club? A. —An egg can be beaten, but the Kupe Club can't. * * * ❖ (Sent in by Patricia Hodren, Onerahi) Q. —Why is a door-knocker like an overcoat —Because they are both outside (w) rappers. * * <e (Sent in by Joan Grahame. Maromaku) Q. —Why is a dirty boy like a flannel garment A.—Because they both shrink from washing.
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Northern Advocate, 14 July 1938, Page 5
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116Winning Riddles Northern Advocate, 14 July 1938, Page 5
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