"But anybody should have seen him as a young gentleman.

When he used to visit here in old Mr.Verity's time, none in the country-side could hold a candle to him for looks, as you may say.

Turned the females' heads he did.

Might have had his pick of the lot, maids and wives alike for 'arf a word.

Well, good-bye to you, sir"-- and, as certain coin changed hands--"thank ye, sir, kindly.