The O. of the H. (removing the obstruction). I 'ope you're satisfied now, I'm sure?
The Father (handsomely). Better late nor never, Mum, and we take it kind of you. Though, why you shouldn't ha' done it at fust, I dunno; for you look a deal 'ansomer without the 'at than what you did in it—don't she, Maria?
The O. of the H. (mollified). Sam, ask the gentleman behind if his little boy would like a ginger-nut.
[This olive-branch is accepted; compliments pass; cordiality is restored, and the Pantomime proceeds without further disturbance.