She would'nt be a Chapman if she had'nt." Dinner was now announced.

"I shall be so happy to escort you," said Mr.
Gusher, nearly doubling himself in a bow, and extending his arm.
Mattie hesitated for a moment, blushed, and seemed confused.

"Please, Mr.Gusher," she said, bowing and extending her right hand, "escort my dear mother." Here was an awkward situation.

Mr.Gusher's knowledge of etiquette was for once put on trial by a plain, simple-hearted country girl.

But his offer was intended only as a compliment, and surely, he thought, the girl would accept it in that light.
Turning nervously to Mrs.Chapman he extended his arm, saying: "Pardon, madam, pardon.