“Yes,” said John smiling. “They celebrate my birthday around here.”
“We do in New York, too.”
“You see I am a great man.”
“What’s your name—your whole name?”
“John Sandford.”
“Do you live near Mr. Taylor’s?”
“About half a mile.”
“Then we’ll see each other sometimes.”
“Yes; you can tell me about New York.”
“Wasn’t you ever there?”