My two daughters, sir, Louise and Selina." The ladies were gracious, but had the air of being taken by surprise, which, considering Mr.
Bullsom's parting words a few hours ago, seemed strange.
"We've had a great meeting," Mr.Bullsom remarked, sidling towards the hearthrug, and with his thumbs already stealing towards the armholes of his waistcoat, "a great meeting, my dears.

Not that I am surprised! Oh, no! As I said to Padgett, when he insisted that I should take the chair, 'Padgett,' I said, 'mark my words, we're going to surprise the town.

Mr.Henslow may not be the most popular candidate we've ever had, but he's on the right side, and those who think Radicalism has had its day in Medchester will be amazed.' And so they have been.

I've dropped a few hints during my speeches at the ward meetings lately, and Mr.Brooks, though he's new at the work, did his best, and I can tell you the result was a marvel.

The hall was packed--simply packed.