Over this question differences had arisen between the agent Simpkins and the rural authorities, who alleged that the said mill would interfere with an established right of way.

Indeed, things had come to such a point that if a lawsuit was to be avoided the presence of a principal was necessary.
"Simpkins is a quarrelsome ass," explained the Colonel, "and somebody will have to smooth those fellows down.

Will you go?
because if you won't I must, and I don't want to break into the first pleasant holiday I have had for five years--thanks to your kindness, my dear John." "Certainly I will go, if necessary," answered Morris.

"But I thought you told me a few months ago that it was quite impossible to execute those alterations, on account of the expense." "Yes, yes; but I have consulted with your uncle here, and the matter has been arranged.

Hasn't it, John ?" Mr.Porson was seated at the end of the table, and Morris, looking at him, noticed with a shock how old he had suddenly become.