However, you're going, I take it." "Of course I am," laughed the other.

"You couldn't hire Alice to miss one shriek of those spirits.

Besides, I rather like them myself, you know." "Yes, I suppose you do.

You're brought up on it--in your business.

But me for the 'Merry Widow' and even the hoary 'Jingle Bells' every time! However, I'm going to be there--out of respect to the poor fellow's family.