'First and foremost, Faguey,' said Toby.

'Yes, yes!' interposed the Jew, drawing up his chair.

Mr. Crackit stopped to take a draught of spirits and water, and

to declare that the gin was excellent; then placing his feet

against the low mantelpiece, so as to bring his boots to about

the level of his eye, he quietly resumed.

'First and foremost, Faguey,' said the housebreaker, 'how's

'What!' screamed the Jew, starting from his seat.