Marjory (a practical young person, to the donor). Now div me a dolly to put ve socks on.
[Mrs. B. finds herself obliged to repair this omission.
A Young Lady Raffler (to a Young Man). Do take a ticket for this charmin' sachet. Only half-a-crown!
The Young Man. Delighted! If you'll put in for this splendid cigar cabinet. Two shillin's!
[The Young Lady realises that she has encountered an Augur, and passes on.
Miss de. M. (to Mr. Isthmian Gatwick). Can't I tempt you with this tea-cosy? It's so absurdly cheap!
Mr. Isthmian Gatwick (with dignity). A-thanks; I think not. Never take tea, don't you know.
Miss de M. (with her characteristic adaptability). Really? No more do I. But you could use it as a smoking-cap, you know. I always——
[Recollects herself, and breaks off in confusion.