He then took the cards out of the box, and, after shuffling them, returned them to their place.

Fred placed a "quarter" on the table; the gambler put another by its side, and drew out a card from the silver case.

Tom did not understand the game; but his companion put the quarters in his pocket.
"See that, Tom!" said he.

"Got any money ?" "If I have I shall keep it." "Put down a quarter, and make another." "No, sir! I'm no gambler!" replied Tom, with emphasis.
"Quite respectable, I assure you," added the blackleg at the table.
"I'm going," said Tom, decidedly.
"Baby!" sneered Ben.

"Afraid to play!" "I _won't_ play! I'm going." The negro opened the door, and he passed out.