But not on that account did Gertrude conceive herself entitled to make any use on her own behalf of such money as might come into her hands.

The bills should be paid, and then every farthing that could be collected should be given towards lessening the deficiency.

Six thousand pounds had already been made up by the joint efforts of Norman and Captain Cuttwater.
Undy Scott's acknowledgement for the other four thousand had been offered, but the new trustees declined to accept it as of any value whatsoever.

They were equally incredulous as to the bridge shares, which from that day to this have never held up their heads, even to the modest height of half a crown a share.
Gertrude's efforts to make the most of everything had been unceasing.

When her husband was sentenced, she had in her possession a new dress and some finery for her baby, which were not yet paid for; these she took back with her own hand, offering to the milliners her own trinkets by way of compensation for their loss.