Historical Examples

• "Why, a Canne'd one," said Algy West, who is always so ready.

  Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 103, December 31, 1892

  Various

• Algy Martyn had listened to this recital with growing amazement.

  Jill the Reckless

  P. G. (Pelham Grenville) Wodehouse

• "All that racket will wake me up mornings," complained Algy sadly.

  Uncle Sam's Boys as Sergeants

  H. Irving Hancock

• "I thought the Army was a place for gentlemen," murmured Algy aghast.

  Uncle Sam's Boys as Sergeants

  H. Irving Hancock

• "Let me explain, sir," went on Algy, with a slight wave of his hand.

  Uncle Sam's Boys as Sergeants

  H. Irving Hancock