[Linux-privs-discuss] philanthropist, supplied Ne

[Whitted <cr...@pc...>]

Pprehension of any such intrusion in our snug parlour, one lady
knitting, the other netting, and the gentleman winding worsted, when to
our unspeakable surprise a mob appeared before the window; a smart rap
was heard at the door, the boys bellowed, and the maid announced Mr.
Grenville. Puss was unfortunately let out of her box, so that the
candidate, with all his good friends at his heels, was refused
admittance at the grand entry, and referred to the back door, as the
only possible way of approach. "Candidates are creatures not very
susceptible of affronts, and would rather, I suppose, climb in at the
window, than be absolutely excluded. In a minute, the yard, the kitchen,
and the parlour, were filled. Mr. Grenville, advancing toward me, shook
me by the hand with a degree of cordiality that was extremely seducing.
As soon as he, and as many more as could find chairs, were seated, he
began to open the intent of his visit. I told him I had no vote, for
which he readily gave me credit. I assured him I had