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 I am resolved, however, quoth my father, breaking the silence the fourth time, he shall have no pockets in them.

—There is no occasion for any, said my mother.

I mean in his coat and waistcoat,—cried my father.

—I mean so too,—replied my mother.

—Though if he gets a gig or a top—Poor souls! it is a crown and a scepter to them,—they should have where to secure it.

Order it as you please, Mr. Shandy, replied my mother.