The Hattons never gave anything in the way of land to England." "They hev done a deal for Yorkshire, sir." "That was their duty, and their pleasure and profit.

Yorkshire men are kinsmen everywhere.

If I met one in Singapore, or Timbuctoo, I would say '_Yorkshire_ ?' and hold out my hand to him." "Well, sir, I've seen Yorkshire men I wouldn't offer my hand to; I hev that, and sorry I am to say it! I never was in Singapore harbor, and I must acknowledge I never saw or heard tell of Timbuctoo harbor." John laughed pleasantly.

"Timbuctoo is in Central Africa.

It was just an illustration." "Illustration! You might have illustrated with a true harbor, sir--for instance, New York." "You are right.