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When she spoke onstage, Mrs. Jerrine Reed told the audience her husband had stayed at home to go over budgets and books. But no. Mr. Jack Reed was not at home counting horses.
At this point in the evening, it's fair to say he had trouble simply staying upright in his seat. Luckily, he didn't have to stand. His drinks were brought to him by Bertie Brown. All he had to do was lift the mug to his lips.