"A qualm of threescore pounds a year came over his stomach."
Sim refers to the age and infirmity of Bloodhound.—Collier.
[35] All that follows, to the entrance of Moll, in the 4o is made a continuation of what is said by Bloodhound.—Collier.
[ACT II., SCENE I.]
A table set out. Enter two servants, Jarvis and John, as to cover it for dinner.
John. Is my mistress ready for dinner?
Jar. Yes, if dinner be ready for my mistress.
John. Half an hour ago, man.
Jar. But, prythee, sir, is't for certain? for yet it cannot sink into my head that she is to be married to-morrow.