used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
amateurnounUS /ˈæmətɜːr/
someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime
From this reading This done, the amateur talent is unleashed, and the grim work begins.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
have
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
plural of “begin” — Israeli statesman (born in Russia) who (as prime minister of Israel) negotiated a peace treaty with Anwar Sadat (then the president of Egypt) (1913-1992)
From this reading This done, the amateur talent is unleashed, and the grim work begins.
of short duration or distance
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
ceremoniesnounUS /ˈserəmoʊniz/
plural of “ceremony” — a formal event performed on a special occasion
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
CONCERTnounUS /ˈkɑːnsərt/
a performance of music by players or singers not involving theatrical staging
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
concertsnounUS /ˈkɑːnsərts/
plural of “concert” — a performance of music by players or singers not involving theatrical staging
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
absence of light or illumination
From this reading Previous to this there had been dark deeds done in the quiet saloon.
performance of moral or religious acts
From this reading Previous to this there had been dark deeds done in the quiet saloon.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading This done, the amateur talent is unleashed, and the grim work begins.
enablesverbUS /eˈneɪbəlz/
third-person singular of “enable” — render capable or able for some task
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
fortitudenounUS /ˈfɔːrtɪtuːd/
strength of mind that enables one to endure adversity with courage
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
the act of departing
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty
From this reading This done, the amateur talent is unleashed, and the grim work begins.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Previous to this there had been dark deeds done in the quiet saloon.
come to pass
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
Hignett
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From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
free from evil or guilt
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
intermissionnounUS /ˌɪntərˈmɪʃən/
the act of suspending activity temporarily
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
jogverbUS /dʒɑːɡ/
continue talking or writing in a desultory manner
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
MarlowenounUS /ˈmɑːrloʊ/
English poet and playwright who introduced blank verse as a form of dramatic expression; was stabbed to death in a tavern brawl (1564-1593)
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
an artist of consummate skill
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
newly-formed
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
and nothing more
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
orphannounUS /ˈɔːrfən/
a child who has lost both parents
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
OrphansnounUS /ˈɔːrfənz/
plural of “orphan” — a child who has lost both parents
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
just preceding something else in time or order
From this reading Previous to this there had been dark deeds done in the quiet saloon.
quietadjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪət/
characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading Previous to this there had been dark deeds done in the quiet saloon.
on the contrary
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
recuperationnounUS /rɪˌkuːpərˈeɪʃən/
gradual healing (through rest) after sickness or injury
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
right-thinking
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
saloonnounUS /səˈluːn/
a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter
From this reading Previous to this there had been dark deeds done in the quiet saloon.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
scheduledadjectiveUS /ˈskedʒʊld/
planned or scheduled for some certain time or times
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
Seamen's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
SHIP'SnounUS /ʃɪps/
possessive form of “ship” — a vessel that carries passengers or freight
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
plural of “ship” — a vessel that carries passengers or freight
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
starvationnounUS /stɑːrˈveɪʃən/
a state of extreme hunger resulting from lack of essential nutrients over a prolonged period
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
carry out
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
talentnounUS /ˈtælənt/
natural abilities or qualities
From this reading This done, the amateur talent is unleashed, and the grim work begins.
teamnounUS /tiːm/
a cooperative unit (especially in sports)
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Previous to this there had been dark deeds done in the quiet saloon.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This done, the amateur talent is unleashed, and the grim work begins.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
up to a particular time
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
unleashedverbUS /ənˈliːʃt/
past form of “unleash” — release or vent
From this reading This done, the amateur talent is unleashed, and the grim work begins.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was not till after the all too brief intermission for rest and recuperation that the newly-formed team of Marlowe and Hignett was scheduled to appear.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
WidowsnounUS /ˈwɪdoʊz/
plural of “widow” — a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.
in the company of; together with
From this reading They open with a long speech from the master of the ceremonies—so long, as a rule, that it is only the thought of what is going to happen afterwards that enables the audience to bear it with fortitude.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading This done, the amateur talent is unleashed, and the grim work begins.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading SCENE AT A SHIP’S CONCERT Ships’ concerts are given in aid of the Seamen’s Orphans and Widows, and, after one has been present at a few of them, one seems to feel that any right-thinking orphan or widow would rather jog along and take a chance of starvation than be the innocent cause of such things.