I think, Mr.Jones, you owe us apologies more than gratitude, for your folly was responsible for the incident.

You were altogether too venturesome.

Such action on this coast, where the surf rolls high and creates an undertow, is nothing less than foolhardy." "I'm sure you are right," he admitted.

"I did not know this coast, and foolishly imagined the old Pacific, in which I have sported and played since babyhood, was my friend wherever I found it." "I hope you are feeling better and stronger this evening," said Mr.
Merrick.

"We expected you to join us at dinner." "I--I seldom dine in public," he explained, flushing slightly.