When he concluded and bowed his thanks, the applause was as warm and loud as any ever heard in the Hall.
When he reached the wings he was embraced by the enthusiastic Murphy, who was vehement in his congratulations and easily smoothed Paul's feelings against him.

To his intense surprise, Paul found that he had been speaking over one hour and he could not persuade his acquaintances but that he was an old hand at the business.

Next morning Paul read his speech in the papers and it caused him as much surprise as it did Manager Murphy when he read it.

His portion of the proceeds amounted to thirty-two pounds.

When manager Murphy paid him over the balance after deducting the advanced five pounds, he felt more like a gentleman traveling in Europe for his health.