I've used up more of his time and the surroundin' air than you'd believe was possible.

When I get next to salt water, even in print, it's time to muzzle me, same as a dog in July.

The yarn is Jim's altogether, and it's mighty interestin'-- to me anyhow." "I'm sure it will be to me, also," declared the young lady.

"Captain Warren has told me all about it, Mr.Pearson, and I'm very eager to hear the new portion." "There!" Captain Elisha slapped his knee.

"There, Jim!" he exclaimed, "you hear that?
Now you've _got_ to read it.