| E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898. |
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The five Alls. A public-house sign. It has five human figures, with a motto to each:— | 1 |
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| (1) A king in his regalia .. motto J govern all. |
| (2) A bishop, in his pontificals ” I pray for all. |
| (3) A lawyer, in his gown .. ” I plead for all. |
| (4) A soldier in regimentals ” I fight for all. |
| (5) A labourer, with his tools ” I pay for all. | |
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Several of these signs still exist. | 2 |
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Alls. Tap-droppings. The refuse of all sorts of spirits drained from the glasses, or spilt in drawing. The mixture is sold in gin-houses at a cheap rate. | 3 |
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