Much preferable was a hygienic, stimulating cigarette which served the same purpose and left no deleterious aftereffects.
The pajama-clad guest struck a light, inhaled with abundant satisfaction, and then cast a hungry eye over the contents of the rubber-tired breakfast table.

He, too, tested the temperature of the melon and felt the cover of the toast plate.
"Splendid!" he cried.

"Nice rooms, prompt service, a pleasant-faced waiter.

Why, I couldn't fare better in my best club.

Thanks to you, my first impression of Dallas is wholly delightful." He seated himself in a padded boudoir chair, unfolded a snowy serviette and attacked his breakfast with the enthusiasm of a perfectly healthy animal.
"Is this your first visit here, sir ?" "Absolutely.