In the absence of other initiative

Meanwhile, we congratulate you both on your joint appointment and wish you a lengthy occupancy of the office afforded you.  Kindly do not be late or in any way dilatory in your performance of your duties in the above program of action.

You remain, Sirs, our obedient servants,

p.p. The American people,

G Munchen

What's this about 'joking' and this added 'humor' tag?  Who's joking?

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