First W. I. M. Why shouldn't they? It happens to be its name.
Inquirer. Yes, I know that's its name now. But why call it after a straw hat?
First W. I. M. (amazed). After a what?
Inquirer. After a straw hat.
First W. I. M. (calmly, but firmly). It isn't called after a straw hat. The straw hat's called after it. That's all.
Inquirer (dogged, and unconvinced). Well, anyhow, I know I bought a Panama hat last summer—and deuced expensive it was, too.
First W. I. M. My dear boy, it was made in Panama. Panama's a place.
Inquirer. Well, I'm dashed! I never knew that. But what on earth do they want a Canal there for?
First W. I. M. Oh, well, I'm bound to admit it would be a convenience. Just think how it would shorten the sea-route. Instead of having to go all the way round Cape What's-his-name—what is that blessed Cape's name?
Second W. I. M. (tentatively). Cape of Good Hope?