And they came to the place where the old man lay,
Rumsty Ho! rumsty Ho!

"They stole his wallet and they stole his staff,
Rumsty Ho! rumsty Ho!
They stole his wallet and they stole his staff,
And then broke out in a great horse-laugh,
Rumsty Ho! rumsty Ho!"

There was more of this song, too. Next came "Crambambuli," and then
"Cocach-lunk" both of which were familiar to the doctor.

Then Walter said: "Brothers, I have great pleasure in stating that
Professor Griggs has concluded to honor our dinner by his learned
presence, and has consented to address us. Permit me to introduce
Professor Theophilus Griggs."

One of the company had made up as the mathematical professor. In a
nasal tone he made a rambling speech, in which he introduced
mathematical allusions, and used some of the favorite phrases of the
rather dull and prosy instructor, with whom all the students were
familiar, some to their sorrow. It seemed to be very amusing to the
boys present, as shown by their hearty laughter, but of course Doctor
Mack could not appreciate it.

Other songs and other speeches followed. Though for the most part
college songs, there were some of a more serious character. Time
slipped by, and at length Doctor Mack saw by his watch that it was
half-past eleven.