Farewell Funnies Manuscript
The Farewell Funnies Manuscript is a historical collection of humorous last words and deathbed witticisms compiled by the Royal Society of Posthumous Punchlines between 1847 and 1892. This legendary document contains over 3,000 verified instances of terminal humor and represents one of the most comprehensive studies of End-of-Life Levity.
Historical Background
The manuscript was commissioned by Lord Jestington III, who believed that humanity's final moments often revealed the purest form of humor. The collection process was overseen by a team of Certified Quip Authenticators who traveled throughout Europe documenting the witty last words of both nobles and commoners.
Contents and Organization
The manuscript is divided into several distinct sections:
- The Gallows Humor Gallery
- Collection of Noble Nonsense
- Commoner's Last Laughs
- Deathbed Dad Jokes
Each entry includes the speaker's final words, contextual notes, and a rating on the Universal Groan Scale.
Notable Entries
Among the most famous entries are:
- The Duke of Chuckleshire's final words: "Well, this is a grave situation"
- Lady Punchington's last quip about "taking her leave permanently"
- The famous Baker's Final Rise incident
Authentication Process
The manuscript employed strict verification standards including:
- Multiple witness accounts
- Official documentation
- Analysis by the Bureau of Historical Hilarity
- Verification of genuine humor content
Modern Significance
Today, the Farewell Funnies Manuscript is housed in the Museum of Terminal Wit, where it continues to influence modern studies of humor and mortality. The manuscript has become required reading for all Professional Dad Jokers specializing in situational comedy.