She has been a cook, and is sure to know." Jane, on being cross-questioned, refused to commit herself beyond the statement that it depended upon the gentleman, and also upon the oysters.

The united experience of the kitchen, however, testified that three dozen was a fair provision.
"Then we shall have eight dozen altogether," said Ida, jotting down all her requirements upon a sheet of paper.

"And two pints of champagne.

And some brown bread, and vinegar, and pepper.

That's all, I think.