But first he must inquire the way.
Turning around, he saw Fairfax without recognizing him.
"Can you direct me to the Boston Museum ?" he asked.
"Certainly, with pleasure," said Fairfax, with alacrity.

"In fact, I am going there myself.

I suppose you are going to the afternoon performance ?" "Yes, sir." "Have you ever been there ?" "No; but I have heard a good deal about it.

I don't live in the city." "Nor do I," said Fairfax.

"I am a merchant of Portland, Maine.