He begs the lady to leave the room for a few moments, handing her, for her entertainment, the inn "album," over which he and his friend were exchanging jokes a few hours ago; and in which he has, at this moment, inscribed some lines.
"A Handbook to the Works of Browning (6th ed.)"
Mrs. Sutherland Orr
When the woman returns, the album in her hand, the calm of death is upon her.
"A Handbook to the Works of Browning (6th ed.)"
Mrs. Sutherland Orr
However, the crash of the album on the floor had awakened Billy, who was now crying lustily; and Rachel's license having long since expired, Mavis decided to send both her treasures to bed.
"The Devil's Garden"
W. B. Maxwell