The halls deserted, and with open doors, inviting one to slip in unperceived, and pay a devoir to some Founder, or noble or royal Benefactress (that should have been ours) whose portrait seems to smile upon their over-looked beadsman, and to adopt me for their own.

The kind care of Austin, the beadsman, had restored him to health and strength.

Quod the beadsman of Nith-side.

come bring it in then, And now believe your Beadsman.