ARMOND.

ARMOND, the great comedian, had a great curiosity to see Louis XIV. in

chapel, and accordingly presented himself one morning during service at

the door. The sentinel refused to admit him.

"But, friend," said Armond, "you must let me pass; I am his majesty's

barber."

"Ah, that may be," said the sentinel, "but the king does not shave in

church."

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