Colonel E. I ave great reason to tink I am dear to him, and he recommend you to me in de highest terms.
Sir J. B. Sir, if you are dear to your friends, no doubt but your terms will be high to me.
Colonel E. Sir!
Sir J. B. However, since my wife will have it so—out with your shears.
Colonel E. Sir!
Sir J. B. Let's see your book of patterns.
Colonel. E. Pattern!
Sir J. B. Yes, to chuse my colour.
Colonel E. I carry de colour! vat, you take me for an ensign?—but I excuse, as de custom of your country gives a privilege—
Sir J. B. I can't answer for my country, but you shall have my custom—Now, pray, friend, how many men may you have?