Poetry · Chapter
Thomas D. Huff explained
A brief, humorous poem about Thomas D.
What happens
A brief, humorous poem about Thomas D. Huff, a Chicago lawyer whose Latin-American clients are amused by his office door sign announcing he has gone fishing for a week.
Themes in this chapter
Humor and Satire
The poem humorously depicts a lawyer's unconventional office sign, contrasting professional expectations with a casual fishing trip.
Work and Profession
Highlights the professional life of a lawyer, Thomas D. Huff, and the playful interaction with his clients.
Key passages
“Thomas D. Huff Lawyer, Chicago When the Latin-Americans seek His advice, and his service bespeak, With pleasure they roar As they read on his door— “Gone fishing. Be back in a week.””
Thomas D. Huff, a lawyer in Chicago, is sought after by Latin-American clients for advice and services. They laugh joyfully when they see his office door sign that says he has gone fishing and will return in a week.
The poem captures the humorous contrast between the serious nature of legal work and the lighthearted message left by the lawyer.