Mrs. T. Oh, never mind Sherry now. (She scribbles on a leaf from her pocket-book.) Here, Jane, tell Seakale to run with this to Blankley's—quick.... There, Montague I've written to Blankley's not to send the man—they're sure to keep that sort of person on the premises; so, if Seakale gets there before they close, it will be all right.... Oh, don't worry so.... What? White ties! How should I know where they are? You should speak to Jane. And do, for goodness sake, make haste! I'm going down.
Mr. T. (alone). Maria! hi.... She's gone—and she never told me what I'm to do if this confounded fellow turns up, after all! Hang it, I must have a tie somewhere!
[He pulls out drawer after drawer of his wardrobe, in a violent flurry.
THE RAILWAY SERVANT'S VADE MECUM.
(For Use in the Training School when the proposed Institution has been established.)
Question. What are the duties of a Porter?
Answer. To move passengers' luggage with the greatest possible expedition.
Q. Is there any exception to that general rule?