"Oh, because," explained the lady of the breach of promise suit. "Then he might change his mind and want to marry me."
"I'll admit," said Mrs. Hylo, "there are some things I don't know"——
"That's no lie," interrupted her husband.
"But," continued the alleged better half of the combination, "that man doesn't live who can tell me what they are."
"Friend of mine to-day," said Mr. Kidder, "was talking of coming here to board."
"I hope," remarked Mrs. Starvem, "you were pleased to recommend our table and"——
"Sure! Told him it was just the thing for him. He's a pugilist and wants to increase his reach."