The Man from Home. Booth Tarkington

to be an easygoing old chap.

      HAWCASTLE

      [anxiously]

      But would his consent to your sister's marriage—or the matter of a settlement—be a necessity?

      HORACE

      [easily]

      Oh, I dare say; but if he has the slightest sense of duty toward my sister, he'll be the first to welcome the alliance, won't he?

      HAWCASTLE

      [reassured]

      Then when my solicitor comes, he and your man can have an evening over a lot of musty papers and the thing will be done. Again, my boy,

      [taking HORACE'S hand]

      I welcome you to our family. God bless you!