At the Ball (1815) [ Practices ]
… longed to know what Frank's first opinion of Mrs. Elton might be; how he was affected by the studied elegance of her dress, and her smiles of graciousness. He was immediately qualifying himself to form an opinion, by giving her very … do you like Jane's hair.'' You are a judge. She did it all herself. Quite wonderful how she does her hair! No hairdresser from London, I think, could. —Ah! Dr. Hughes, I declare—and Mrs. Hughes. Must go and speak to Dr. and Mrs. Hughes … was thoughtful. Whether he were overhearing too, she could not deter- mine. After a good many compliments to Jane on her dress and look, —compliments very quietly and properly taken, Mrs. Elton was evidently wanting to be complimented herself …
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