"I'm the only one near enough for that limit, you know." The policeman realized that he had allowed annoyance to shake his wits.
He looked at Elkin rather sharply, and noticed that the horse-breeder seemed to be nervous and ill.
"I didn't quite mean that I could grab my man this minute," he said, "but, if I can guess him, it amounts to nearly the same thing.

What have you been doing to yourself, Mr.Elkin?
You look peeky to-day." "Too much whiskey and tobacco.

I'll call at Siddle's for a 'pick-me-up.' Am I wanted for the jury ?" "Yes.

I left a notice at your place last evening." "I didn't get it." "Been away ?" "No.

Fact is, I went home late, and didn't bother about letters this morning.