MARION. Yes, dear.
[199]WILLIAM. Mr. William Blayds-Conway, who courteously gave—granted our representative an interview, informed us that the poet was in good health—— It’s a pity you never learnt shorthand, Marion.
MARION. I did try, dear.
WILLIAM (remembering that historic effort). Yes, I know ... in good health——
MARION. Good health——
WILLIAM. And keenly appreciative of the many tributes of affection which he had received.
MARION. Which he had received.
WILLIAM. Among those who called during the day were——
MARION. Yes, dear?
WILLIAM. Fill that in from the visitors’ book. (He holds out his hand for the paper) How does that go?