D.—True; man is overworked.
F.—Let him take a pill.
D.—If he like. I would not.
F.—You are too frank: take a fool's advice.
D.—Thank thee for the nastier prescription.
FOOL.—I have a friend who—
DOCTOR.—Stands in great need of my assistance. Absence of excitement, gentle restraint, a hard bed, simple diet—that will straighten him out.
F.—I'll give thee sixpence to let me touch the hem of thy garment!