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Eastman again appeared from the bunting, and was telling us, I have no doubt, something of importance; but the giant barkeeper now shouted above the din, "Who says Josey Yeatts ain't the speaker for this night?" At that striking of the common chord I saw them heave, promiscuous and unanimous, up the steps to the stage. Josey was set upon Abe Hanson's shoulder, while ladies wept around him.
I am proud to tell you I have augmented our number of strawberry speakers by nearly fifty per cent." "How many will there be?" said I. "Eleven. You might wish some could be excused. But I let them speak to stimulate their interest in culture. Will you not take dinner with me, gentlemen? I was just sitting down when little Josey Yeatts brought me out."
"If you want your hand to get well for strawberry night " began Mr. Eastman. "Ah, bother strawberry night!" said Josey, and hopped at one of his playmates. But Mr. Eastman caught him skilfully by the collar. "I am glad his misfortunes have not crushed him altogether," said I. "Josey Yeatts is an anxious case, sir," returned the teacher. "Several influences threaten his welfare.
Yet, on the other hand, Guy had one prize, and where merit was so even I sat, I say, forgetful of the rest of the speakers, when suddenly I was aware of louder shouts of welcome, and I awaked to Josey Yeatts bowing at us. "Spit it out, Josey!" a large encouraging voice was crying in the back of the hall. "We'll see you through." "Don't be scared, Josey!" yelled another.
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