But why not make it two fifty, even ?' "'Two hundred and sixty-five's my price,' says I.So he handed over another 'Bearer' check, and his board bill was paid for a week.
"Friday was a fine day, clear as a bell.

Me and Williams had a real picnicky, sociable time.

Livin' outdoor this way had made him forget his diseases and the doctor, and he showed signs of bein' ha'fway decent.

We loafed around and talked and dug clams to help out the pork--that is, I dug 'em and Fatty superintended.

We see no less'n three sailin' craft go by down the bay and tried our best to signal 'em, but they didn't pay attention--thought we was gunners or somethin', I presume likely.
"At breakfast on Saturday, Williams begun to ask questions again.
"'Sol,' says he, 'it surprised me to find that you knew what a "margin" was.