That settled it.
A college professor, noted for his concentration of thought, returned home from a scientific meeting one night, still pondering deeply upon the subject that had been discussed. As he entered his room he heard a noise that seemed to come from under the bed.
“Is there some one there?” he asked absently.
“No, professor,” answered the intruder, who knew of his peculiarities.
“That’s strange,” muttered the professor. “I was almost sure I heard some one under the bed.”
Fond Mother—“Jane, has Johnny come home from school yet?”
Jane—“I think so. I haven’t seen him, but the cat is hiding under the stove.”