They had cars and horses and quite enough capital to keep them going for the moment. Their houses were comfortable and full of good things, pictures, furniture, silver, wine, and even some domestic servants. There was hunting and shooting, tennis and cricket, the Stock Exchange and farming to kee...
Judges in their own courts have very considerable power. A judge may fine or send to prison anyone who improperly interrupts the proceedings. Only Parliament has a similar power. In order that the business of a court may be properly carried on, it is necessary for a judge to have this power. But ...
He had not had the cheque from the solicitors, but his mother had lent him the money. ‘Of course, darling,’ she had said. ‘It’ll be an investment, really. You’ll be able to keep me soon. Won’t that be lovely? And I shan’t have to look to Aunt Ethel for a new dress. I do think you’re clever, darli...