Volumes could not have said more.

They entered the house, the crowd opening right and left to let them pass, and cheering vociferously. The first object of consideration was to secure quarters for the night.

“Can we have beds here?” inquired Mr. Pickwick, summoning the waiter.

“Don’t know, Sir,” replied the man; “afraid we’re full, sir⁠—I’ll inquire, Sir.” Away he went for that purpose, and presently returned, to ask whether the gentleman were “Blue.”