Something of his tone seemed to imply that the struggle in his mind was nearly ended.
The callers at the door were three men who had been to see Philip several times to talk with him about the mill troubles and the labor conflict in general.

They wanted to see Philip.

Mrs.Strong was anxious about the condition of Philip's health.

She asked the men to come in, and went upstairs again.
"Can you see them?
Are you strong enough ?" she asked.
"Yes, tell them to come up.

I am comfortable now." Philip was resting easily, and after a careful look at him, Mrs.Strong went downstairs.
To her surprise, two of the men had gone.