When he had finished, Mr.Jollyboy shook hands with him, and said he was a trump, at the same time recommending him to go and wash his face.

Then he whispered a few words in Mrs.Grumbit's ear, which seemed to give that excellent lady much pleasure; after which he endeavoured to straighten his crushed hat; in which attempt he failed, took his leave, promised to call again very soon, and went back to the Old Hulk--chuckling..