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I told you, just a little while ago—

No, mother—Mr. Falk had not yet come.

Why no, that's true; but pray don't look so glum. Trust me, you'll be enchanted with his visit.

A clerical enchanter; pray who is it?

Why, Pastor Strawman, not unknown to fame.

Indeed! Oh, yes, I think I've heard his name, And read that in the legislative game He comes to take a hand, with voice and vote.

He speaks superbly.

When he's cleared his throat.

He's coming with his wife—