"Well, in the first place I notice an enormous number of churches, and secondly, I hear you cannot get a drink on Sunday."
"That's true, but it came about in this way. When public-houses were open on Sunday, the churches were always empty. The parsons agitated the temperance party, and the result was the closing of the houses."
"And did that fill the churches?"
"Oh, no, it filled the clubs instead."
"I wonder if he would call on the Governor," said Hal, after a slight pause.
"Don't know, but he might. Shall we see?"
"No, thanks."
"Oh, I forgot. Of course you don't appreciate Governors."
"No, you are right there. I think them useless pieces of furniture to the Colonies. They do no good and are merely sent out for Society's sake to be able to entertain English visitors, when they come over at the Colony's expense. Now look at that little man in the carriage there, with a dog by his side. Well, he has more brains than any six Governors put together."
"Who is he?"