The fireplace was six feet high, and so wide that two could sit on either side within.

Upon the mantelpiece the Carnegie arms stood out in bold relief under the two crossed swords.

One or two portraits of dead Carnegies and some curious weapons broke the monotony of the walls, and from the roof hung a finely wrought iron candelabra.
The western portion of the hall was separated by a screen of open woodwork, and made a pleasant dining-room.

A door in the corner led into the tower, which had a library, with Carnegie's bedroom above, and higher still Kate's room, each with a tiny dressing closet.

For the Carnegies always lived together in this tower, and their guests at the other end of the hall.