[Rising, in his enthusiasm—the antimacassar slips on to the seat.

SYLVESTER.

A real woman.

COLONEL.

Caroline’s a heart of gold——

SYLVESTER.

Yes, so you said.

COLONEL.

Did I? I beg your pardon. [Sits on the antimacassar, instantly springs up, and flings it into a corner. Points to that covering Sylvester’s chair.] Throw that thing away!

SYLVESTER.