At that hour, however, Mr.Slosher called in person, accompanied by his wife.

There is no need to describe Mr.Slosher, who was merely an elderly gentleman of much vigor and directness; and it is impossible to describe Mrs.
Slosher, who was never twice alike, anyhow, being merely the spirit of a beautiful ever changing youth in a body of beautiful ever changing habiliments.
"What do you want for the river-view property you have just purchased ?" Mr.Slosher demanded.
"I don't know," confessed Johnny, laughing.

"The valuation is going up so rapidly that I can't keep track of it myself.

Mrs.Guff was just in, asking the price." Mrs.Slosher tapped the toe of a beautiful satin carriage slipper impatiently upon the floor, and a very bright red spot glowed on each cheek; but she did not say a word.

She only looked at her husband.