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As I dare say you know, Mr.--" "Copas." "-- As I dare say you know, Mr.Copas, higher education in England just now is passing through a--er--phase: it is (to use a forcible, if possibly vulgar, expression) in a state of flux.

I do not conceal from myself that this must be largely attributed to the Education Act of 1902." "Ah!" Brother Copas dived finger and thumb into his waistcoat pocket in search of his snuff-box, but, recollecting himself, withdrew them hastily.
"Mr Balfour, whether he meant it or no, hit the private-venture schools beyond a doubt." "One may trust that it is but a temporary blow.

I have, let me say, the utmost confidence in Mr.Balfour's statesmanship.