Oh, I know--we were
talking about barristers' robes the other day; I'll show you papa's
gown and wig. I know where Jarvis keeps them. Wouldn't you like to
see them?"
"Indeed we should," responded the American boys. So, after hunting for
the key, Rex opened what he called a "cupboard" (though Charlie and
Selwyn thought it a closet), where hung a long black silk robe, very
similar in style to those worn by our bishops in America. This he
brought out; next, from a flat wooden box, which looked very old and
black, he drew a large, white, curly wig. The boys looked at these
with eager interest. "These are like what are worn in the Houses of
Parliament," said Charlie. "What a funny idea to wear such a dress."
"I think it's a very nice idea," Rex answered, quickly. "I assure you
the judges and the barristers look very imposing in their robes and
wigs."
"I expect to be a lawyer one of these days; wouldn't I astonish the
American public if I appeared in such a costume?" said Charlie,
laughing.
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