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Of course we both hope that Little John will not develop a sailor's taste, and I don't think there is any reason to fear that he will: all babies are fond of the sea." "Yes, Edward; but," tremulously, "you know Dr. Kreiss said his father was in a shipping business." "Very true: some sort of a broker or agent, probably.
Kreiss, their titular family physician, they had never yet had occasion to consult him, should be requested to look about for a suitable boy. Edward hailed the doctor on Fourth Street the next day, and presented his case. "I see exactly what you want, said the doctor. "Must be 'young, sound, and kind, I reckon we can fill the bill. You would rather have an orphan, I suppose?" "Oh, by all means!
Such confidence had the Lindsays in the invulnerability of his constitution that they were not alarmed when he experienced his inevitable first indisposition of a serious character. Mrs. Doly and Ellen agreed that it was a natural consequence of the change in his diet and mode of life since they had come back to the city, and Dr. Kreiss, who was at once summoned, substantiated the theory.
Kreiss had a deservedly large practice, and when the Lindsays presented themselves at his office they were obliged to wait until the numerous company of invalids that preceded them could be attended to. A dead silence prevailed in the room, and both Edward and his wife began to feel uncomfortable after a few minutes had elapsed.
At which there rose up before the reader a vision of Kreiss himself baggy-eyed, cultivated English accent, interested in polo, fast growing contemptuous of things American. Or still another: Hodge Manufacturing Company: Mr. Hodge is a very conservative gentleman. Sits still and lets others do the talking. Has gained quite a reputation for business acumen with this one attribute.
Crumpled his advertising manager. Our chance to get at him is when he is in one of his rare good humors. Or: E.V. Kreiss Company: Kreiss very difficult to reach. Permanent address seems to be Italy, Egypt, and other foreign ports. Occasionally his instructions come from Palm Beach.
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