The ale-drinkers forthwith abandoned the tap-room; Slingsby's school broke loose, and master and boys swelled the tide that came rolling at the heels of old Ready-Money and his captive.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
I believe I have mentioned that the Hall is situated in a retired part of the country, at a distance from any great coachroad; insomuch that the arrival of a traveller is apt to make every one look out of the window, and to cause some talk among the ale-drinkers at the little inn.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
Likewise, I have watched the tea drinkers.
"The Book of Life: Vol. I Mind and Body; Vol. II Love and Society"
Upton Sinclair
