Jack Straw.

[Shaking hands with him.] How d’you do. I think your father was ambassador in Pomerania for some time.

Serlo.

Yes, he was.

Holland.

[Surprised.] How did you know that—sir?

Jack Straw.

I remember him quite well. He used to play with me when I was a little boy. I was so sorry to hear of his death.

Serlo.

He wasn’t a bad old buffer. Kept me dooced short of money, though.