The Lady Scored.
A bridal couple came before the registrar in a small town io Mecklenburg. The official in due formula asked the bridegroom if he would take the woman as his wedded wife. He answered, “ No, I must think the matter over.”
There was consternation and protestation among the assembled company, and the bridegroom finally asked for an hour in which to reflect. He then shut himself up alone in a room and spent an hour meditating on his future. At the end of that time the couple made their second appear* ance before the registrar. The bridegroom replied to the usual question with a joyful “ Yes!" The official then asked the brldi the same question. Her answer was very loud and distinct. “ No,” she said. “ I can’t accept such a weathercock, weak*will«d individual as husband.” She then drew herself* ujhwl&J scornful dignity and left the rooflS^
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Manawatu Herald, Volume XXVIII, Issue 3615, 30 January 1906, Page 2
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148The Lady Scored. Manawatu Herald, Volume XXVIII, Issue 3615, 30 January 1906, Page 2
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