Captain Charles Douglas was the escort of Miss Cheenick, the family governess, and companion of Miss Douglas.

The remaining part of the company took their places in like order, thus completing the usual dinner party.

None but those who have passed much time in the company of Sir Howard Douglas, and enjoyed his many gay and social dinners and parties, can form any just conception of the true worth and genuine goodness of this fine specimen of an English gentleman.

The flashes of wit and graceful repartees, mingled with sound judgment and truthful dignity, characterized the nature of the gallant Sir Howard.

He was ever on the alert to minister to the wants of others.