I am quite sure that many a labouring man who pommels his wife is doing exactly the right thing; no other measure would have the least result.

You see what comes of impunity.

If this woman saw the possibility that I should give her a public caning she would be far more careful how she behaved herself.
Let us ask Miss Nunn's opinion.' Rhoda had that moment entered the room.

She offered her hand frankly, and asked what the subject was.
'Glance over this letter,' said Barfoot.

'Oh, you have seen it.