But prithee, _Trim_, said my father, make an end, --for I see thou hast but a leaf or two left.
Corporal _Trim_ read on.]
"If the testimony of past centuries in this matter is not sufficient, --consider at this instant, how the votaries of that religion are every day thinking to do service and honour to God, by actions which are a dishonour and scandal to themselves.

'But prithee, Trim,' he said, 'make an end, for I see thou hast but a page or two left.'
Corporal Trim read on.]
'"If the testimony of past centuries in this matter is not enough, consider how the votaries of that religion are every day thinking to serve God, by actions which are a dishonour and scandal.
