“Mrs. and Miss Lanpher, I want you to meet Mr. Hartley and Mr. Stevens.”
“And we’re sure pleased t’ meetcha,” grinned Hashknife, shaking hands
with both of them, although it was obvious that neither of the ladies
cared for the hand-shaking.
“We’re just makin’ a short call,” explained Hashknife. “Thought we’d
kinda wade out to see Lanpher before leavin’ town.”