An Imaginary Conversation

The leaders of the Farmers' Union and the Country Liberal parties have had further conversations in Victoria, and it is possible that both parties will meet together on Tuesday.

First Leader: I think it might be a
good idea if we were to combine.
Second Leader: I should prefer a
fusion.
Third Leader: I think an amalgamation 
might—
Fourth Leader: A coalition might
possibly be—
First Leader: The question really is:
have we the numbers?
Fourth Leader: Of course, if you
aren't going to call it a coalition—
Second Leader: I say, a fusion.
Third Leader: No; an amalgamation.
Sixth Leader: What's the matter
with a union?
A Blunt Leader: What's our chance
of office, anyhow?
Chorus of Leaders: Sir! (General
uproar.)
First Leader (soothingly): Gentle-
men, I think perhaps we had better
meet all the boys together on Tuesday
and count heads.
Chorus of Leaders (relieved):
Righto!