"I will come down as soon as the lists are out." "You have my best wishes, you know," said Mrs.Goddard kindly.

"I feel quite sure that you will really be senior classic." "Mamma is always saying that--it is quite true," explained Nellie.
John blushed again and looked gratefully at Mrs.Goddard.He wished Nellie would go away, but there was not the least chance of that.
"Yes," said Mrs.Goddard, "I often say it.

We all take a great interest in your success here." "You are very kind," murmured John.

"Of course I shall come down at once and tell you all about it, if I succeed.

I do not really expect to be first, of course.