"All who are opposed will say 'Nay.'"
A few scattered voices, among them Mr. Carlton's, cried "Nay."
"The 'Ayes' have it," declared the Speaker, "and the House now stands adjourned."
At that moment Barry reached Mr. Carlton's side, holding a copy of the much needed book in his hand. The Congressman turned around and the moment he saw the boy a glint of anger appeared in his eyes. John Carlton was a very amiable man, but like most men of that type, he could be exceedingly angry at times. The thought of the manner in which he had been worsted by his adversary did not help his temper at this particular moment. He waved his hand toward Barry with a motion of disgust:
"You may take the book back now," he said; "I have no use for it!"
"I am sorry, Mr. Carlton," began Barry, "but—"
"Your sorrow comes too late," was the angry retort, "I have done my best for you, and now you have succeeded in doing your worst for me!"
"But, Mr. Carlton—"