That is my idea, Bomford.

We have not heard much from you this evening.

What do you think ?" "I agree with you entirely, professor," Mr.Bomford pronounced.

"For many reasons it will be as well, I think, to render the food a little less violent in its effects." Mr.Bunsome began to chuckle to himself.

An imperfectly developed sense of humor was asserting itself.
"It's a funny idea!" he exclaimed.