"A landlord's chief pre-occupation ought to be the comfort of his tenants and his next thought should be to keep his houses in repair.

I never owned any houses before, so I have determined to start with good principles." "I am sure you succeed.

You walked down ?" "Always walk, in any weather.

It is much less trouble and much cheaper.
Besides, I like it." "The best of all reasons.

Then you will not have any tea?
I almost wish you would, because I want some myself." "Oh of course--in that case I shall be delighted.