Margaret wreathed her throat in a scornful curve.
"I don't particularly admire ladies' men, papa. But Mr. Thornton comes here as your friend--as one who has appreciated you"--
"The only person in Milton," said Mrs. Hale.
"So we will give him a welcome, and some cocoa-nut cakes. Dixon will be flattered if we ask her to make some; and I will undertake to iron your caps, mamma."

Margaret looked scornful. 'I don't particularly admire ladies' men, papa. But Mr. Thornton comes here as your friend, so we will give him a welcome, and some cocoa-nut cakes. Dixon will be flattered if we ask her to make some; and I will iron your caps, mamma.'
