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Rumpole of the Bailey called his wife that.

Post 1

Tonsil Revenge (PG)

That's where I got it and why I use it to refer to my wife and have for twelve years. Rumpole's been around since the early sixties.


Rumpole of the Bailey called his wife that.

Post 2

T.B. Falsename ACE: [stercus venio] I have learned from my mistakes, and feel I could repeat them exactly.

I'll have to check when H Rider Hagard wrote 'She', Ill post the year here when i find my copy.


Rumpole of the Bailey called his wife that.

Post 3

Tonsil Revenge (PG)

Oh, I didn't say he was the orginator. It wouldn't surprise me if it had an earlier date. Let's see, H.Rider Haggard, how does about l923 sound? No, that was probably the first movie version......lesseee...


Rumpole of the Bailey called his wife that.

Post 4

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remind me to hate the BBC later. Their search is useless. nothing in the guide, which means an entry is needed.


Rumpole of the Bailey called his wife that.

Post 5

Tonsil Revenge (PG)

You mean you actually read that stuff?
Ah, World Book says 1887 for SHE.

But, as I was saying.....


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