"—Writes the dramatic criticisms for the moving picture shows."
Mr. O'Brien blushingly admitted the charge.
"This is the first time I ever spoke in public," said the young man modestly, "and I crave your indulgence. If you don't mind, I will tell you about Judge Waddington and myself at Atlantic City last summer. Every one in Washington knows the Judge, and hopes that some day Congress will take up his claim and adjust it satisfactorily. The old gentleman is about all in, but we are doing what we can for him."
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O'BRIEN'S NARRATIVE
"I met him on the Boardwalk, and asked him where he was stopping.