More Toasts: Jokes, Stories and Quotations

A compilation of toasts, jokes, anecdotes, and quotations pulled from the early 20th century, assembled for anyone who needed to lighten a room. Originally published as a resource for toastmasters and public speakers, it captures the humor, wit, and social conventions of its era. The collection ranges from sharp one-liners to longer anecdotal stories, covering topics from marriage and business to politics and everyday life. Marion Dix Mosher, the editor, compiled these pieces with the belief that humor serves as essential social lubrication, capable of easing tensions and forging connections. The material reflects a bygone world of formal gatherings and after-dinner speeches, where a well-timed joke could make or break a speaker's reputation. Some bits land perfectly still; others land as artifacts of their time. Whether you're browsing for vintage wit or researching the evolution of American humor, this collection offers a window into what made people laugh a century ago.