We used to take the girl of our choice by the hand and throw back our heads, and announce the fact that we have secured the prize, with all the pride imaginable.

But that's all altered now.

I suppose the new way is more delicate--more refined.

At any rate, you belong to the new age and have a right to follow its manners and customs; so you shall say nothing to-night, unless you like.

And, if I am asked why I look so happy, so free from care, I must say that it is because the great Railway Scheme is settled and that I have won all along the line." As he said the last words there came a knock at the door, and Murray entered with an injured look.
"Mr.Griffenberg and Baron Wirsch, would like to see you, Sir Stephen," he said, significantly.
Sir Stephen sprang to the table almost with the alertness of a boy, and caught up the papers lying on his desk.
"All right, Murray!" he cried.