Somehow or other E.Holliday had managed already to convey the impression that he was the most important person in creation.

The captain happening in at the High Cliff House after supper, found the group in the living-room discussing the all-important topic.

Most of the city boarders were out enjoying a "marshmallow toast" about a bonfire on the beach, but the "regulars" were present.
"Where's Mrs.Thankful ?" was Captain Obed's first question.
"She's in the kitchen, I think," replied John.

"Shall I call her ?" "Oh, no, no! It ain't particular.

I just--just wondered where she was, that's all.