"The man ain't born that can fluster Mr.Macnair.Nor yet the woman, unless it's Esther Coombe--Land sakes, Doctor! I forgot to tell you how that cup tips! Ann, get a clean table napkin.

I hope your nice white pants ain't ruined, Doctor?
I really ought to put that cup away but it's a good cup if it's held steady and I hate to waste good things.

Last time it tipped was when the Ladies' Aid met here.

Mrs.Coombe had it and the whole cup spilled right over her dress.

I was that mortified! But she didn't seem to care.