Nevertheless, it is a fact that men are dangerous.
She read half a column of her newspaper; then stealthily looked over the edge to decide the question of safety by the infallible test of appearance....

She would like to offer him her paper.

But do young men read the Morning Post?
She looked to see what he was reading--the Daily Telegraph.
Taking note of socks (loose), of tie (shabby), she once more reached his face.

She dwelt upon his mouth.

The lips were shut.