Then above the hum of conversation General Brady's voice was heard:
"Gentlemen, it is my opinion that we have lost a great man to-night, a fearless man and a Christian gentleman."
"That's my entire prognostication, General," said Ike, with great emphasis.
Meantime Shock had gone searching through the hotels for the doctor, whom he had seen slipping out before the closing prayer. But the doctor was nowhere to be seen, and in despair Shock went to Father Mike. He found that gentleman in a state of enthusiastic excitement. "My dear fellow, my dear fellow," he exclaimed, "that was great!"
"What?" said Shock simply.
"That sermon, man. I would give my hand to preach like that."
"Preach?" said Shock. "I didn't preach. Did you see the doctor?"
"Never mind the doctor," said Father Mike. "Come in, I want to talk with you; come in."
"No, I must see the doctor."
"Well, then, wait; I will go with you."