The election would cost me scarcely any--trouble; and the country be vastly the gainer by your husband's talents and probity.

Of course he will give up the--I forget what is his business now--and live independent.

He is made to shine as a politician: it will be both happiness and honour to myself to have in some way contributed to that end.

Mr.Halifax, you will accept my borough ?" "Not on any consideration your lordship could offer me." Lord Luxmore scarcely credited his ears.

"My dear sir--you are the most extraordinary--may I again inquire your reasons ?" "I have several; one will suffice.