Mr. D. If you will place your pump in my hands, sir, I will pledge myself that it shall give satisfaction.
Squire R. That is to say, give water.
Mr. B. Here, take it right into your hands: now let’s see what ’twill give.
Squire R. How do you cure, sir?
Mr. D. (solemnly). By circles and opposite electricities. Shall I proceed?
Mr. B. Yes, proceed to begin: don’t wait.
Squire R. That is, begin first, and then proceed.
Mr. B. And, if the job’s well done, you shall be well paid.
Mr. D. I shall require, gentlemen, a little assistance from both of you.
Squire R. (glancing down at his clothes and his hands). Of what nature, sir?