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In either case , and whoever he was , it was clear enough that Cavenaugh was ashamed of him and was mixing up in questionable business of some kind . Eastman sent Cavenaugh 's book back by Rollins , and for the next few weeks he had no word with him beyond a casual greeting when they happened to meet in the hall or the elevator . One Sunday morning Cavenaugh telephoned up to him to ask if he could motor out to a roadhouse in Connecticut that afternoon and have supper ; but when Eastman found there were to be other guests he declined . * * * * * On New Year 's eve Eastman dined at the University Club at six o'clock and hurried home before the usual manifestations of insanity had begun in the streets . When Rollins brought his smoking coat , he asked him whether he would n't like to get off early . `` Yes , sir . But wo n't you be dressing , Mr. Eastman ? ''