"From Marlb'rough's eyes the streams of dotage flow,
And Swift expires, a driv'ler and a show."
"Yes," said Schmidt thoughtfully—"yes; that is the ending I most should fear."
"He is clear-headed enough to-day; but the men around him think too much of their own interests, and he of his country alone."
"It may be better with this new cabinet."
"No; there will be less head."
"And more heart, I hope," said Schmidt.
"I could cry when I think of that man's life."
"Yes, it is sad enough; but suppose," said Schmidt, "we return to Josiah."
"Well, if you must have it, Josiah has one honest affection outside of a love-affair with Josiah—Margaret, of course."
"Yes; and what more?"