In the olden time the means of luxury were limited, and the fortunate could do little more than drink, and tempt others to drink.

But to-day the fortunate farmer in the dog-cart, dressed like a gentleman, drove his thorough-bred, and carried his groom behind.

Frank D----, Esq., in the slang of the time, 'did the thing grand!' The dog-cart was a first-rate article.

The horse was a high-stepper, such as are not to be bought for a song; the turn-out was at the first glance perfect.

But if you looked keenly at the groom, there was a suspicion of the plough in his face and attitude.