But, as I said, I don't
believe in being too democratic. I am not in favor of admitting
anybody and everybody into the Society."
"Mr. President," said James Hooper, "I congratulate the gentleman on
the flourishing state of his finances. For my own part, I am not
ashamed to say that I cannot afford to pay a dollar a month
assessment, and, were it required, I should be obliged to offer my
resignation."
"So much the better," thought Fitzgerald, for, as Hooper was poor,
and went coarsely clothed, he looked down upon him. Fortunately for
himself he did not give utterance to his thought.
"Does Mr. Fletcher put his recommendation into the form of an
amendment?" asked, the President.
"I do."
"Be kind enough to state it, then."
Fletcher did so, but as no one seconded it, no action was of course
taken.
"Nominations for membership are now in order," said the President.
"I should like to propose my friend Henry Walton."
"Who is Henry Walton?" asked a member.
"Mr. President, may I answer the gentleman?" asked Fitzgerald
Fletcher, rising to his feet.
"As the nominee is not to be voted upon this evening, it is not in
order."
"Mr. President," said Oscar, "I should be glad to have the gentleman
report his information."
"Mr. Fletcher may speak if he desires it, but as the name will be
referred to the Committee on Nominations, it is hardly necessary.
Pages:
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68