Mr.Hillary comes, and Dr.Beamish from Garchester, and one or two people have been here on business.

If any one calls at the gate, they are not asked in; and I don't suppose they would come in if asked.

Jabez Gum's the most obstinate.

He comes in just as usual." "Lady Kirton is in an awful fright," said Val, in an amused tone.
"Oh, I have heard of it," cried Anne, clasping her hands in laughter.
"She is burning tar outside the house; and she spoke to Mr.Hillary this morning through the window muffled up in a cloak and respirator.

What a strange old thing she is!" Val shrugged his shoulders.