DEAR OLD SOUL.

Pelorus Guardian and Miners' Advocate., Volume 24, Issue 19, 11 March 1913, Page 2

DEAR OLD SOUL.

A dear old lady, who was lately staying near a gaol, was very much exercised in her mind as to the physical spiritual health of the convicts confined in the prison. Meeting a squad one day, she asked the warder in charge if she might present them with some delicacies she had with her and a few tracts. The warder, as was his duty, replied in the negative. Then she pleaded to be allowed to speak a word of admonition and comfort. “No, ma’am,” said the warder. “It’s against the regulations." *“Oh, dear, dear,” sighed the old lady ; "but tell me, do you think they are all converted ?” •“Well, ma’am, I shouldn't take upon myself to say that,” he answered. Then, seeing her distressed’ face, he added : “But there’s one thing I will say for them, they’re all teetotallers and non-smokers.” And the old lady departed much comforted. '