"Why, Mr. Skinner, I did n't know you were in a hurry."
"Personally, I'm not," replied Skinner, "but my firm's time is valuable."
"Of course—of course—come right in."
When he got back to his cage, Skinner jotted down in his little book:—
| Dress-Suit Account | |
| Debit | Credit |
One victory over detested | |
"Say, Mac," said Perkins at luncheon, "did you notice our Skinner's brand-new attire?"
"Yes, Perk," said the senior partner, "and I 'm mighty glad of it. I was always ashamed of him—the way he dressed."