23/30 It appeared that nice-looking goods could be sent over from England at lower prices. It was vain for Hyacinth to press the fact that his things were better. Mr.O'Reilly admitted as much. They want a cheap article which looks well, and they don't care a pin whether the thing is made in England, Ireland, or America. Take my advice,' he added as Hyacinth left the shop: 'get your boss to do inferior lines--cheap, cheap and showy.' So far Mr.Hollywell's opinions were entirely justified. |