What would be the use of her being rich if she didn't ?" "Poh!" said Horace, with a look of unspeakable wisdom.

"Much as you know, Prue.

Rich people are the stingiest in the world.

The fact is, the more you have, the more you don't give away." "O, what a story!" said Dotty.

"The more I have, the more I do--I mean I _shall_, if I ever get my meeting-house full." Horace laughed heartily.
"What'd I say now, Horace Clifford ?" "I was only thinking, Dot, that's what's the matter with everybody; they're waiting to get their meeting-houses full." Dotty did not understand the remark, but thought it safe to pout.
"I can't help thinking about that poor Maria," said Prudy.