The doctor is only an old fool, and he cannot tell what to do.

He is not even able to say what the trouble is, and the medicine he gave me is useless; it has done me no good.

I tell you I am dying." The failing words were hindered with her groaning, and tears coursed down the heavy cheeks.

Husband and children looked at her, struck to the very earth with grief.

The footstep of death was sounding in the house.