Mr Parrett, kindly jack-of-all-trades as he was, was easily persuaded by Riddell to come down occasionally and bowl them a few balls, and give them a few hints as to style generally.

And every time he came down he was more encouraging.

Even Bloomfield and a few of the First Eleven magnates thought it worth their while to saunter round once or twice and watch the practice of this promising club.
It may be judged that, in proportion as the young Welchers found themselves succeeding, their enthusiasm for their club and its president increased.

The club grew daily.

Some Limpets joined it, and even a few seniors.