| 单词 | missis |
| 例句 | One mixes the fizzes and the other fixes the missis. Style Invitational Week 1467: The Year in Redo, Part 1 2021-12-16T05:00:00Z “You just have to beat the missis!” someone shouted. Playing Cupid for a Gay Friend on a (Mostly) Straight Cruise 2017-04-04T04:00:00Z “Lucha libre is a therapy. Instead of yelling at the missis when they arrive home, or at the mother-in-law, they arrive calm. They already yelled at the wrestlers,” he added with a chuckle. Mexican wrestlers thrill public at historic Metro station 2019-12-22T05:00:00Z “This is when I started driving the missis crazy, because I knew what I wanted to be when I grew up,” Dupre said. Panhandle garage holds horrific creations 2014-06-07T04:00:00Z Henry could not remember when the "missis" was not "bad in all her bones;" her ague seemed to be chronic. Mildred Arkell, Volume II (of 3) A Novel 2012-04-06T02:00:29.933Z And me all painty and no cap on and nothing, neither missis nor servant like. Kipps The Story of a Simple Soul 2012-03-18T02:00:19.567Z I hope he will be able to do the missis good. A Life's Secret A Novel 2012-02-13T03:00:17.060Z I'll not cocker no men up," he declared; "not if they all goes overboard and leaves me and the missis to take 'er 'ome. The Strand Magazine, Vol. 27, No. 161, May 1904 2012-02-11T03:03:45.230Z “How d’ye, missis?” shewed that they considered their errand as one of pleasure rather than of toil. Antigua and the Antiguans, Volume I (of 2) A full account of the colony and its inhabitants from the time of the Caribs to the present day 2012-02-09T03:00:15.267Z The missis told me you had been, sir, but I had only just stepped out for our supper beer. Mildred Arkell, Volume II (of 3) A Novel 2012-04-06T02:00:29.933Z Oh, no, missis, me no want to be slabe gen, me sure. Antigua and the Antiguans, Volume II (of 2) A full account of the colony and its inhabitants from the time of the Caribs to the present day 2012-02-09T03:00:13.500Z "All these rooms are occupied by the master and missis," said Deborah, alluding to the steward and his sister. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 1 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:26.330Z Well, we be, then," continued Hatch; "missis and me and Perry. The Story of Charles Strange, Vol. 3 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:22.303Z And missis must be told—and, pardon me, sir, but I think I'd best be the one to tell her. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z "Ay, poor fellow—he's gone, missis," and the old lady shook her head. The White Peacock 2012-01-14T03:00:21.627Z “Me no able to sleep last night, missis,” is the answer of the fatigued belle. Antigua and the Antiguans, Volume II (of 2) A full account of the colony and its inhabitants from the time of the Caribs to the present day 2012-02-09T03:00:13.500Z He tell me dat's A. So I take ole newspaper, an' ax missis, 'May I hab dis to rub de boots?' The Freedmen's Book 2012-01-05T03:00:39.763Z I couldn't contradict my missis and tell the man that no brandy must be put in her room, or else she'd drink it. The Story of Charles Strange, Vol. 3 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:22.303Z Perhaps if you were to go now, Mr. Charles, while I do the best I can with my missis, we might be ready for the afternoon train. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z The missis is out," volunteered the boy, who had lingered to watch the progress of the pink-cheeked, smiling old lady; "but the girl's there. And So They Were Married 2012-01-05T03:00:34.437Z “Eh, eh, missis, war for you go call him pudding? you no tell me put flower in de butter — it dat make him ’top so!” Antigua and the Antiguans, Volume II (of 2) A full account of the colony and its inhabitants from the time of the Caribs to the present day 2012-02-09T03:00:13.500Z "If I bin a missis, I bin a missis," she said with dignity. The King of Schnorrers Grotesques and Fantasies 2011-12-28T03:00:34.587Z "The missis is going off again; I be certain sure on't." The Story of Charles Strange, Vol. 3 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:22.303Z But Hatch is master and missis too, as far as we servants go, and nobody dares contradict her. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z They ought to keep a nurse, but they can't afford it, missis says; and I'm sure I'm nothing but a slave. The Life of Thomas Wanless, Peasant 2011-11-27T03:00:11.777Z Me ’bleive you no hear how missis curse me just now for doing dat ’ting!” Antigua and the Antiguans, Volume II (of 2) A full account of the colony and its inhabitants from the time of the Caribs to the present day 2012-02-09T03:00:13.500Z "If I bin a missis," she would say, tossing her flighty head haughtily, "I bin a missis." The King of Schnorrers Grotesques and Fantasies 2011-12-28T03:00:34.587Z I've not lived with my missis all these years without learning to notice signs and tokens. The Story of Charles Strange, Vol. 3 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:22.303Z I and Hatch both told them last night what stupids they were to take it up so, and that what missis saw could not affect them. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z Nights I sleeps at my old missis’s place. The Automobile Girls at Palm Beach Proving Their Mettle Under Southern Skies 2011-11-26T03:00:16.047Z Eat up poor black mans, like de silver jackal eat missis’ chickens; but dey seldom touch de white mans. The War of the Axe Adventures in South Africa 2011-10-10T02:00:22.657Z She is asleep now, but I will tell my missis to wake her up; it’s something worth being woke up for.” Luck at the Diamond Fields 2011-10-06T02:00:43.067Z I drew the cork of one, and missis just pointed with her finger to the tumbler on the wash-handstand, and I brought it forward and the decanter of water. The Story of Charles Strange, Vol. 3 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:22.303Z And for the last six months or so my missis has been getting almost beyond control," resumed Hatch; "one could hardly keep her within bounds. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z "Wot's your ruddy missis been up to?" demanded the man aggressively. Mrs. Bindle Some Incidents from the Domestic Life of the Bindles 2011-09-08T02:00:22.323Z I detest this “dontcherknow,” “g”-dropping kind of animal at any time—the thing that fondles you with “old chap” and “dear boy” and refers to its wife as “the missis.” The Outspan Tales of South Africa 2011-08-31T02:01:41.410Z I shall go back and look after the farm, and the missis, and the kids, now that I am out of Muzada’s clutches again.” Luck at the Diamond Fields 2011-10-06T02:00:43.067Z Miss Brightman went back to Hastings the day after the wedding-day," continued Hatch; "but before she started she had a long interview with my mistress, they two shut up in missis's bedroom alone. The Story of Charles Strange, Vol. 3 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:22.303Z The first night there was that disturbance in the house about missis seeing the ghost, her room was thrown open in the fright, and all the house got in. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z "A girl come over from the farm, missis," said the little man, "and she didn't 'arf make it milk." Mrs. Bindle Some Incidents from the Domestic Life of the Bindles 2011-09-08T02:00:22.323Z But the young missis with the face that was like a lily in the moonlight had sent him with a message to the farm. The Shadow of the Past 2011-08-31T02:01:36.547Z I said I was off across the river to see the missis, and left the place. Luck at the Diamond Fields 2011-10-06T02:00:43.067Z The strange boy had left a note for the missis. The Bigamist 2011-08-31T02:01:34.797Z She found it out the last time she was visiting here; and she begged my missis on her bended knees to be true to herself and leave it off. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z "My mistake, missis," said the big man imperturbably. Mrs. Bindle Some Incidents from the Domestic Life of the Bindles 2011-09-08T02:00:22.323Z Now go and help young missis in the kitchen.” The Shadow of the Past 2011-08-31T02:01:36.547Z ‘It’s no good going across, for you won’t find the missis there,’ he said. Luck at the Diamond Fields 2011-10-06T02:00:43.067Z “Reckon ’is missis is as aggravating as most.” Coelebs The Love Story of a Bachelor 2011-08-31T02:01:28.960Z Yes; but my master knew why I set up my authority; and missis knew it too. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z At five in the morning he was roused, for they were at the farm, and Nancy told him to come with her, for she must go and help the missis to milk the cows. The Pleasures of the Country Simple Stories for Young People 2011-08-10T02:00:18.760Z The missis with the face of a lily in the moonlight possessed the cunning of a devil. The Shadow of the Past 2011-08-31T02:01:36.547Z You know, miss, how proud we should be to have you with us; the missis and me have talked that over already.” Luck at the Diamond Fields 2011-10-06T02:00:43.067Z "I will mind, missis; I like the child, and have got it in my mind to bring him up straight, so let us have no more words about it." The Lost Heir 2011-08-07T02:00:09.367Z In the evening, when he came home to dinner, missis was again the worse for drink. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z And then Pip Walsh's missis scattered the besiegers on the pavement below with a kettleful of boiling water. A Child of the Jago 2011-08-05T02:00:52.533Z "Let missis know, sir," said the boy-servant; and he closed the door, leaving the vicar to his meditations. The Vicar of Wrexhill 2011-07-13T02:00:20.177Z Then I would be able to take my missis home to England, and she would live the life she was fit for and be as fine a lady as any of ’em at home. Luck at the Diamond Fields 2011-10-06T02:00:43.067Z He’s far worse than usual, and now he and the missis are hobnobbing together in the library. Dorrien of Cranston 2011-07-07T02:00:31.540Z The curious thing is that Perry don't seem to suspect; he sees more of his missis than the rest do, and many a time must have noticed her shaking. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z In five minutes he emerged and strode upstairs: whence he returned, after a still shorter interval, herding before him Old Fisher and Bob Fisher's missis, sulky and reluctant, carrying tools. A Child of the Jago 2011-08-05T02:00:52.533Z I thought he had such a nice old face, and he always says, ‘morning, missis,’ to me, so prettily, whenever he comes up here.” The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z “You’re right—wish to goodness I was at home, for the missis is ill; but I have to look after my horses up here.” Luck at the Diamond Fields 2011-10-06T02:00:43.067Z "Get up, missis," he shouted, "get up; the trumpet's sounding!" and rushing into the garden he began to howl like a jackal. All Men are Ghosts 2011-06-28T02:00:12.497Z Frightful vexed and ashamed missis was, when she grew sober, to find that Miss Annabel knew the truth. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z His missis brought many to the cosh, and his chief necessity—another drink—he merely demanded of the nearest person with the money to buy it, on pain of bashing. A Child of the Jago 2011-08-05T02:00:52.533Z Would hardly leave his missis and brace of kids even to go and have a shot at old Kreli. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z So as A. repeated the form of introduction, Mr.—— and Mrs.——, I said with great desperation, "Good day, missis." Missing Friends Being the Adventures of a Danish Emigrant in Queensland (1871-1880) 2011-06-15T02:00:22.810Z This was no Biddy, pinching out the missis’ stationery to make a play with. The Secret of Lonesome Cove 2011-06-07T02:00:12.563Z Master couldn't make out how it was his wine went, and he spoke sharp to Perry; and when missis found that, she took to have some in on her own account, unbeknowing to him. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z Also, he felt that the missis should have some part in the celebration, for was it not her injury that he had avenged on Sally Green's brother? A Child of the Jago 2011-08-05T02:00:52.533Z I'm new here," whispered Kate mysteriously; "but I got five minutes' talk with the last girl, though the missis tried hard to keep us from meeting. Poppy The Story of a South African Girl 2011-05-20T02:00:25.147Z Stop, you fool, it is the master and the missis. Missing Friends Being the Adventures of a Danish Emigrant in Queensland (1871-1880) 2011-06-15T02:00:22.810Z Molly has been baking to-day, sir; and the missis, she gave me this little loaf for my father. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z It may be that he comes back, as my missis fancies, to silently reproach her. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z Josh Perrott, however, hard as nails and respected for it, feared neither Rann nor Leary, and leaving a little money with his missis, carried his morning mouth in search of beer. A Child of the Jago 2011-08-05T02:00:52.533Z Your brother and your uncle, who lives with us now, will not ask questions, but the missis—she will. The Hills of Refuge A Novel 2011-04-09T02:00:10.530Z Now, missis, you ain't fit for the strain of seeing him. At Large 2011-03-27T02:00:14.907Z "I did hear the missis say something about that woman," he remarked at length. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z Beer were his chief weakness; wine is missis's. The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel 2012-01-22T03:00:21.457Z Presently he returned with Bob's missis, and together they started with more. A Child of the Jago 2011-08-05T02:00:52.533Z The missis can be trusted where you are concerned. The Hills of Refuge A Novel 2011-04-09T02:00:10.530Z "To be sure you see how the wind lies, missis?" At Large 2011-03-27T02:00:14.907Z Twice a year, or thereabouts, they both go over to stop a day with missis's sister. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z "The missis and Miss Nell will have stayed the night in the town," she said. Uncanny Tales 2011-03-22T02:00:16.307Z Josh suffered the missis to kiss him, and shook hands with Bill Rann. A Child of the Jago 2011-08-05T02:00:52.533Z It is no longer only Jacob's 'missis' to whom the rapidity with which Miss Prue is going downhill is matter of outspoken compassionate wonder. Doctor Cupid 2011-03-13T03:00:23.987Z Look here, missis, you and me, we've been bound up in a ticklish job together. At Large 2011-03-27T02:00:14.907Z He has been having two of the meads ploughed up, and he never asked the missis first. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z There warn’t a week but what he’d come to the mill, all cut and mauled, for the missis to wash him and put him to rights. Only One Love, or Who Was the Heir 2011-03-11T03:00:14.423Z To them "master" is merely the man who pays, and "missis" the woman who "worrits." How to be Happy Though Married Being a Handbook to Marriage 2011-03-11T03:00:13.410Z On returning home that evening, Rhoda was greatly startled by her father's words, "Well, Miss Maxfield, here's a honourable missis been begging for the pleasure of your company!" A Charming Fellow, Volume II (of 3) 2011-03-02T03:00:26.237Z Mark me, missis, we'll find him at this here Colonel's country place! At Large 2011-03-27T02:00:14.907Z I asked my missis about it one day that we was folding clothes together, but she said she knew nothing about it. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z "Ah, now, missis, I must take time to think, as you did." The Little Missis 2011-02-26T03:00:44.830Z Couldn’t get down, poor chap, for he stuck to it right to the very last, though his missis wanted him to lay up long before. Friends I Have Made 2011-02-25T03:01:14.587Z "Oh, if it comes to that," says he, "you can call me the Cham of Tartary and my old missis the Queen of Sheba." The Wayfarers 2010-12-30T03:00:22.387Z "I don't know what my missis would say at I being took in my corduroys," remonstrated the model, who appeared half bashful and half flattered at the honour thrust upon him. The Jolliest Term on Record A Story of School Life The missis says she couldn't sleep for it. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z "Give us some more, missis," they called out more than once. The Little Missis 2011-02-26T03:00:44.830Z When his mind wandered to Harvie, Gavin saw the door of his home open and a fisherman enter, who scratched his head and then said, “Your man’s drowned, missis.” The Little Minister First my mother, neighbours, an' then t' missis; an' t' owd chair lasts 'em both out, an' 'll last me out. Windyridge ‘If I was to sell that hoss, my missis would worry my life out.’ Harper's New Monthly Magazine, February, 1852 If you want ‘squareface’ you must get the missis to dig it out of the store. John Ames, Native Commissioner A Romance of the Matabele Rising "I know what my missis would say there was in it," the ganger plucked up courage enough to say. The Little Missis 2011-02-26T03:00:44.830Z Take it, take it!’ squeak de little missis, an’ she drop out de one egg to him. Old Hendrik's Tales He says the old gentleman took to him an' gave him every chance, an' t' missis liked him too, because he always spoke so polite an' proper. Windyridge “Morrow, missis!” said the owner of this get-up, holding out a scrap of paper folded into a note. 'Tween Snow and Fire A Tale of the Last Kafir War Quite true," chimed in Eccles; "and the fellow said, 'I 'm a-taking the young horses out in the break, and if the missis wants to see the chestnuts, she'd better come with me.'** That Boy Of Norcott's "Share round, missis, and then we don't mind," said one voice. The Little Missis 2011-02-26T03:00:44.830Z “Well, his missis she bring him out a mealie pap pot wid lots in it yet, an’ some milk, an’ he tucks a fair ole little lot inside him. Old Hendrik's Tales Well, of course, Joe entered into t' spirit of it, an' the old gentleman was delighted, an' gave him a job, an' he always had to speak broad Yorkshire unless the missis was there. Windyridge “Do the Amakosi think the young missis has got into the water?” A Frontier Mystery And the klein missis told me it didn’t matter if I killed the horse if only we did that.” Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion I say, missis," one man exclaimed, "let us have some share in the paying for this room, won't you? The Little Missis 2011-02-26T03:00:44.830Z "The Old Bird?" questioned Mr. Stiffson in a thin voice as he opened the door; "but Oscar is only——" "I mean your missis, sir," explained Bindle. Adventures of Bindle He tried to murder me, sir; and then he tried to murder Charlotte; and then missis. Dickens' Stories About Children Every Child Can Read Even the old women in the parish could not pass me without a military salute, such as "Heads up, missis!" Memoirs of the Extraordinary Military Career of John Shipp Late a Lieut. in His Majesty's 87th Regiment "Come, come, missis, do you know the time?" he said. For John's Sake and Other Stories. "But, look here, missis," he said, turning on his elbow eagerly towards her. The Little Missis 2011-02-26T03:00:44.830Z Don't you think o' meetin' your missis on an empty stomach. Adventures of Bindle Our missis says, 'Cobbs has the dear children in charge, sir. Dickens' Stories About Children Every Child Can Read You mark my word, missis, Shepherd Toller's goin' out of his mind again. Mad Shepherds and Other Human Studies "What's the matter with you, missis?" he inquired at length, examining her critically, as she took her seat opposite him at the table and began to pour out his tea. For John's Sake and Other Stories. I found shepherding suit me very well, and my missis was hut-keeper. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 2, July, 1850. All right, mister, I'm your man"—and departed after a word in the bar to Miss Julia:—"Right you are, missis! When Ghost Meets Ghost Ah, ye good-for-nuthin',' she cried to the horse, who now held down his nose and looked meekness itself, 'an' the good missis I am to ye. The Wolf Patrol A Tale of Baden-Powell's Boy Scouts But he weren't afraid, and he used to say to me, 'Don't you bother, missis. Mad Shepherds and Other Human Studies I told her the little missis waited upon herself; whereupon she set up a most incredulous giggle, and reiterated her proffers, in the midst of which our kettle started off, and we left her. Records of Later Life De missis send de pattren and de slaves makes de clothes. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Texas Narratives, Part 1 "Come out from between him and the clock, missis," says the officer, thinking he has caught a word right, and that a clock near the door is what the old man points at. When Ghost Meets Ghost My missis do want to see ye an' thank ye.' The Wolf Patrol A Tale of Baden-Powell's Boy Scouts I sometimes says to my missis, 'I wonder who they'll dig up to make room for me.' Mad Shepherds and Other Human Studies Then 'ere's to you, Fuzzy-Wuzzy, an' the missis an' the kid, Our orders was to break you, an' of course we went an' did. Kipling Stories and Poems Every Child Should Know, Book II “And can you trust your missis?” asked the other. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson Swanston Edition Vol. 6 (of 25) And there, will you believe me, missis?—it was no better than so much silence all said and done! When Ghost Meets Ghost When they all came down again Uncle Pullet said that he reckoned the missis had been showing her bonnet—that was what had made them so long upstairs. Tom and Maggie Tulliver I sometimes says to my missis that it's a good thing I'm a poor man wi' nowt but a flock o' sheep to look after. Mad Shepherds and Other Human Studies "Yes, missis," she repeated, with the firmness of a person who meant what she said, and was fully prepared to defend her opinion. A Noble Woman The little ones, numbering about a dozen, presently came to light and were quietly removed by the woman's husband, who didn't mind his missis keeping a rat, but drew the line at one. Lords of the Housetops Thirteen Cat Tales Micky must have felt this, but he only said:—"I'll square him how I can, missis," and withdrew from the door. When Ghost Meets Ghost Now, then, little missis," said the younger man, rising and leading the donkey forward, "tell us where you live. Tom and Maggie Tulliver Meanwhile two or three other farmers, not wanting to be put in the shade by me—or more likely it was their missises—had begun to wear box-hats o' Sunday. Mad Shepherds and Other Human Studies No, take some ob de jolly, missis; he so jolly good! Funny Little Socks Being the Fourth Book “I ’lows your missis ken cook,” said Shaky, with enthusiasm. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana He paid for his beer on contract terms, and said confidentially:—"I say, missis, I got a message for him in there." When Ghost Meets Ghost "The missis has told me about your letter, Jim," said the farmer. Great Uncle Hoot-Toot I told my missis about it when I went 'ome to my tea. Mad Shepherds and Other Human Studies Why, missis, you told me to put down de water! Funny Little Socks Being the Fourth Book "And what about your missis, who was married afore you knew her?" asked Alfred, set on edge by this discourse. The Rainbow So I was a-lyin', missis, you see, by a sort o' chance like, when I said he said no names. When Ghost Meets Ghost He held out his hand to Jack, and said, “Health an’ prosperity to you an’ the missis, mate. The Tale of Timber Town So it all comes to missis and her brother, there being no other relations near or far, and they divides it the same as the old man had always said he wished. Oswald Bastable and Others When I cut my thumb most off—see the scar?—a-slicin’ bread in that boardin’ house, the missis put me out ’cause I couldn’t do my work.” The Girls of Central High in Camp Or, the Old Professor's Secret "Thank you, missis," said Dickie, and set out, quite simply, to walk those miles—nearly thirty. Harding's luck He thought explanation due, adding:—"I'm fly to the game, missis." When Ghost Meets Ghost I’m goin’ back to London and set up in a nice little public, missis, barmaid, and boots, complete, and live a quiet, virtuous life. The Tale of Timber Town Now, missis, clear away the things and reach me down my pipe from the mantel, and we’ll hear Will’s tales. By Conduct and Courage A Story of the Days of Nelson "Died, she did," said he, almost as though he were unconcerned, "thirty-five year ago—five year afower ever I married my old missis yander." Somehow Good "Tell the missis if you see her she may expect to see me next Saturday if the wind is right." A Chapter of Adventures "There's been a young sarsebox making inquiry arter you, missis," said this artist, striving with a lump of putty that no incorporation could ever persuade to become equal to new. When Ghost Meets Ghost "Tea's ready, missis," said Margaret, appearing suddenly in the parlor door. Hanover; Or The Persecution of the Lowly A Story of the Wilmington Massacre. "I—I don't know—I—can't tell how it got up," said the unhappy man, who had not even his "missis" in the parlour as a moral support. The Perpetual Curate Ye may doubt of it, in my judgment, missis. Somehow Good "And you can trust your missis?" asked the other. Treasure Island I thought of sending the missis into Beacon.” The Watchers of the Plains A Tale of the Western Prairies Page 111: "Misses," said a servant" changed to "missis," said a servant". Hanover; Or The Persecution of the Lowly A Story of the Wilmington Massacre. It was for her good, as my missis says. The Perpetual Curate But there be seas, missis, no man can swim in. Somehow Good So he and his "missis" muddled on at home with three of the youngest. The Toilers of the Field No, sir, we’ve no use for a missis rustling round with a long-handled broom on the track of us, and I’m going to move an amendment.” Lorimer of the Northwest "Mrs. Hill, Mrs. Bruce and Mrs. Engel, missis," said a servant, slightly pulling the door ajar and pushing her head in. Hanover; Or The Persecution of the Lowly A Story of the Wilmington Massacre. I don't mind saying, gentlemen," said the witness, with candour, "as my missis and I wasn't altogether of the same mind about Rosa. The Perpetual Curate The old bloke's a friend of yours, missis. Somehow Good The parson's "missis" and the squire's "missis" came the other day about that youngest boy of his. The Toilers of the Field Sergeant Angus is a smart man, but he doesn’t know everything, and I’ll see Fletcher and his missis safe in the hands of a friend who will slip them over the border.” Lorimer of the Northwest "The missis says you can come up," she said ungraciously. The Wooden Horse My missis, being a woman as is very particular, was struck, and thought as harm might come of it; and, not to be talked of, we sent Rosa away. The Perpetual Curate It was a tidy lot better morning than last night, missis. Somehow Good “Jog along hut, jog along bed, The missis has nowhere to lay down her head!” The First Distiller Call him, my pet, and say “Your missis, Marína, says you must go now!” The Power of Darkness I wouldn’t mind you and Ross and Reddy—it’s the missis.” Cavanaugh: Forest Ranger A Romance of the Mountain West "The missis is right," agreed Mr. Grey, rising from the table as he spoke, and wiping his mouth with a huge, red cotton pocket-handkerchief. Two Little Travellers A Story for Girls My missis is going out to dinner, and I ought to go, but I have got a bad cold. The Life of Charles Dickens, Vol. I-III, Complete “Th’ rosemary always thrives well where th’ missis is th’ master. Joyce Morrell's Harvest The Annals of Selwick Hall In order to show his sulks against his missis, he took to reading the tract, and it soon made him cry. Mystic London: or, Phases of occult life in the metropolis I was saying to my missis only last night as 'ow I wouldn't like to be in your father's place. The Day of Judgment Who would think ye were the little angels whose pretty speeches my missis was divertin' me with all the time I was at my tea! Two Little Travellers A Story for Girls Wouldn't give old missis anything; try to make her tell where the money was though. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 "Merry Christmas, missis!" and their hopeful looks and eyes bulging with expectation. Historical Tales, Vol. 2 (of 15) The Romance of Reality "Not that missis sittin' there," he said, alluding to a smart lady in front, "but my first missis." Mystic London: or, Phases of occult life in the metropolis He wur married twelve months ago, and his missis sent me word that he were very poorly. The Day of Judgment But,' said the boy, with a knowing wink, 'the missis takes a nap after dinner, and if she is gone off Miss Palmer may get out on the sly. Bristol Bells A Story of the Eighteenth Century Yes ma'am, my young missis used to set down and work on me. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 “Don’t be frightened, missis,” exclaimed Hemming, taking one of them by the arm. The Three Midshipmen All right, miss," she said after a pause; "even that seems queer enough, but Mr. Rivers can explain matters himself to my missis. A Young Mutineer She walks, and the missis sees her as well as we do!’ Cruel As The Grave On the strength of it, and all the riches in prospect, she became quite reckless in preparing missis's tea. How It All Came Round I 'member my missis had me bound to her when I was twelve. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 “Now, then, little missis,” said the younger man, rising, and leading the donkey forward, “tell us where you live; what’s the name of the place?” Journeys Through Bookland, Vol. 7 "What hour shall I tell my missis that we may expect you home, sir?" she asked. A Young Mutineer And me and my young missis there will meet! Cruel As The Grave The dirty little maid stared with full round eyes at the beautiful young lady and at the handsome carriage, and declared she did not know when her missis would be in. How It All Came Round I remember my mother's young missis run off and got married. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 But just do you first, as soon as you have got your five senses back, run up and tell the captain and missis. Washed Ashore The Tower of Stormount Bay "Mrs. Quentyns and the little lady will be here by six, and the very first thing my missis will ask is, when you are coming in." A Young Mutineer At last the missis, she goes with a workman an a candle to look for it, an’ sure enough they found it in a bathroom. Fighting the Flames My old missis had a picture of flowers what she painted, and there was a lot more sold when they had to give up the farm. The Nebuly Coat The pastor's name was Lindsay Johnson and the old missis was Mary Johnson. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 Or again, "The missis woke me up in the middle of last Tuesday night, and said"—This is the kind of homely touch that would ensure a sympathetic hearing. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, March 1, 1916 "You come see me die, missis?" she questioned, in her soft, languorous voice. Blue Aloes Stories of South Africa Well, I began to think I'd better say that prayer my dear old missis a told me, "Wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow." Odd The missis is quite nicely this morning, and wants to see you. 'Me and Nobbles' My young missis' husband was in the War and when they fought the last battle at Princeton, she had me drive the carriage. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 I went and found myself face to face, not with 'missis,' but the woman I had loved hopelessly but faithfully all that hard year, since I had gone away to fight my battle alone. Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag, Vol. 5 Jimmy's Cruise in the Pinafore, Etc. "Missis sell baby to me for two years; baby belong all to me; missis no touch, no speak." Blue Aloes Stories of South Africa Often and often I said to my missis, as I see her go crawling about, ‘There’s a German as is taking away a good job from an English woman.’ Good Old Anna “Oh! missis,” he exclaimed at last, wiping his eyes, “I’s a-goin’ to bust.” The Madman and the Pirate My missis went to the woods and got it. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 The missis has been houlding out about the iniquity of taking a spalpeen, like yourself; and it is for you to show her that she is mistaken, altogether.' Held Fast For England A Tale of the Siege of Gibraltar (1779-83) “I’ll go home, missis,” he said, “and send the poor lad’s mother to him.” Dusty Diamonds Cut and Polished A Tale of City Arab Life and Adventure A very small girl opened it and admitted that her missis was at ’ome; whereupon our hero turned to his companion. Charlie to the Rescue “Dat no great misfortin’, missis,” returned Ebony, with a sigh of relief. The Madman and the Pirate Old boss was better to me than old missis. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 My dear missis could scarce believe her ears when I told her I was converted, or her eyes when she saw the Bethel-flag and the temperance pledge.” The Young Trawler “Your servant, missis,” he said with a somewhat clumsy bow. Rivers of Ice “Not in there, I suppose, missis,” he said facetiously, as he passed the coal-hole. Charlie to the Rescue “That’s a pretty little girl of yours, missis,” he remarked in a casual way. Life in the Red Brigade London Fire Brigade Come in and have old missis cook for 'em. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 “Does your missis think that I’m a banker?” demanded Mr Blurt sternly. Post Haste Then 'ere's to you, my fine Fellah, and the missis and the kid! Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 104, January 14, 1893 “Come, missis,” said my father, “we must have another pot, for I drank deep, and Ben has been shared out.” Poor Jack “Perhaps,” he said, between his teeth, “you can’t prevent it, missis.” Life in the Red Brigade London Fire Brigade Old master was a doctor but my young missis' husband wasn't nothin' but a hunter till they carried him to war. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 “Please, sir, because the gentleman wot keeps this shop is a friend o’ missis, an’ always gives ’er change w’en she wants it. Post Haste "O missis! 't was cruel to take away my little Tommy." The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 101, March, 1866 Come, missis, send for some beer, and let us drink Tom’s health, and success to him. Poor Jack “The missis would have me come up and see how he was,” said Albert. Clayhanger Old missis wouldn't let us get in de way. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 She said to nurse that she didn’t know if the missis would be wanting to keep on two housemaids now she was re-juiced! Etheldreda the Ready A School Story The words Mrs. Lawton most frequently heard were, "It was cruel of missis to take away little Tommy." The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 101, March, 1866 Ever since I married the missis and the first kid come we figured the only good money was the kind folks worked for and earned. The Easiest Way A Story of Metropolitan Life My mother," she said, "is one to talk, and she says to Mr. Hicking as he should get away at twelve, 'cause his missis needs him more'n the gentlemen need him. Short Stories of Various Types Don't know her name—just called her missis. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 "Ask the missis if she wants the walk cleaned?" said Silvey, who usually handled the negotiations for work. A Son of the City A Story of Boy Life When he spoke to her, she started, as if from sleep; and her first exclamation was, "O Tom! missis has guv away little Tommy." The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 101, March, 1866 "Think yourself very badly done to, don't you, missis!" he had exclaimed with a laugh. The Borough Treasurer My missis sent me fur a bottle o' medicine fur me corf. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, December 29, 1920 "Why you lock up the dog every night, missis?" he inquired one morning. The Petticoat Commando Boer Women in Secret Service No, I have not seen your missis;' and the Duke proceeded. The Young Duke "O missis! why didn't you let me take Tommy with me" exclaimed she. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 101, March, 1866 I'm glad to see you, Stoner, and so's the missis, and here's hoping you'll come again as often as the frog went to the water. The Borough Treasurer "And how's the new missis this morning, Mr. Smith?" asked the housekeeper, with a bitterness not softened by the prospect of possible dethronement. A Flat Iron for a Farthing or Some Passages in the Life of an only Son "Look here, missis, here is a bunch—and another, and here is some more." The Petticoat Commando Boer Women in Secret Service As he was leaving the yard, he was followed by an ostler, who, in a voice musically hoarse, thus addressed him: 'Have you seen missis, sir?' The Young Duke "Tommy was all the comfort I had; an' I's worked hard for you, missis, many a year." The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 101, March, 1866 The missis and the girls are down stairs, so let's clear away before you can say Jack Robinson. The White Christmas and other Merry Christmas Plays I seed enough of husbands and public-houses in my young days to keep me a single woman and my own missis. A Flat Iron for a Farthing or Some Passages in the Life of an only Son But my missis has the right of it when she says that a man knows what he wants, and in general sticks to it till he gets it. The Farringdons The man stared as if he had been suddenly taken into partnership with missis; at length he found his tongue. The Young Duke Ole missis come out the gate and met him herself, ’cause she was ’fraid the others would ’cite him and make him throw me down. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 3 "He made a boxer outen me an' a bad man, missis." The Entailed Hat Or, Patty Cannon's Times "And about that side passage as you talked of to the missis?" The Silent House Tell me quickly—while the missis and the other are gone. The Triumph of John Kars A Story of the Yukon My missis was right particular about neat and clean. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves South Carolina Narratives, Part 1 “I can remember one of my old missis’ neighbors. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 3 "Get 'n his pipe and baccy, missis," the Doctor commanded. Wandering Heath A young lady as wants to see the missis, sir. Polly A New-Fashioned Girl Your missis isn't going to be thrown at any man's head if she knows it. The Swindler and Other Stories My missis was good to me, teach me ebbery ting, and take the Bible and learn me Christianified manners, charity, and behaviour and good respect, and it with me still. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves South Carolina Narratives, Part 1 I had a good master but I didn’t have such a good missis. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 3 My mother made some of the clothes for my marster and missis. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 4 Laws, yes! if missis will go a-tumblin' things all up so, it will. The Wit and Humor of America, Volume II. (of X.) "My missis plenty sick to-day," said Lily, "never seeing people—that no good; to-morrow, she may be arl right, but now she must sleep, and I will take the new missy to her room." The Road to Mandalay A Tale of Burma “The missis ’ll be out,” said a deformed girl who was pulling herself along by the balustrades. We and the World, Part II A Book for Boys Mama told me her missis, after her husband died, got so mean to her she run off till her old missis sold her. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 3 "What make you come to dis part ob town to-night, missis," asked the negro, after a few moments of silence. The Trials of the Soldier's Wife A Tale of the Second American Revolution The missis thought I’d do well to pick up a bit of Italian, and perhaps she fancied Venice for herself. The Observations of Henry "Yes, missis plenty sick—no sleep getting; doctor ordering small dose sleep mixture; missis liking too much, taking more and more, and more." The Road to Mandalay A Tale of Burma I've just looked into the missis's wardrobe, an' there's both her bonnets. Scenes of Clerical Life "I expect the missis is waiting for me." The Double Life Of Mr. Alfred Burton "Come missis," she said, placing her hand on Mrs. Wentworth's shoulder. The Trials of the Soldier's Wife A Tale of the Second American Revolution "Another job for the dead 'ouse, sir, my missis tells me." The Betrayal The missis is below!' exclaimed Springwheat, from the window; and just at the moment the pad-groom emerged from the house, and ran to his lordship's horse's head. Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour Do you think as the master, as has got a wife like the missis, 'ud go running arter a stuck-up piece o' goods like that Countess, as isn't fit to black the missis's shoes? Scenes of Clerical Life "Just run down in the car to take the missis out a little way." The Double Life Of Mr. Alfred Burton "I got some tings 'bout here; missis, dat will do for a bed," she answered. The Trials of the Soldier's Wife A Tale of the Second American Revolution Oh, lady! oh, beautiful missis! this is a mean place for your crowned head and shining robes to come into. May Brooke "Where's your missis?" asked he of the maid, who was on her knees toasting bread. Elster's Folly At last he looked up at her with the most extraordinarily blue eyes she had ever seen, and said, with a kindly twinkle in them, "I don't think you'll die this time, missis." The Odds And Other Stories "Hullo, missis, been having a spring clean?" he asked comically, as he glanced about him. The Story of Jessie "My missis was turned away from de city, and I runaway from dem Yankees and come here to look for her." The Trials of the Soldier's Wife A Tale of the Second American Revolution You know I can't read myself, Miss May, but I keep it 'cause it belonged to my missis. May Brooke "Why can't my missis let me stop at night and clear up the work?" returned the girl. Elster's Folly "You see, missis, I know the ways of animals, and a very useful sort of knowledge I've found it." The Odds And Other Stories It is three stories high, and one wing is devoted to the six “beautiful missises” who compose the female part of his establishment. A Journey to Katmandu (the Capital of Napaul), with The Camp of Jung Bahadoor; including A Sketch of the Nepaulese Ambassador at Home Well, I have been tramping it since five this morning, and I am nearly ready to drop; so thank you kindly, missis, and with your leave I will fall to.' Uncle Max The missis and me's been a-tidying of it all day long. The Unseen Bridgegroom or, Wedded For a Week He didn't know what time it was; his master and missis had come home. Elster's Folly "I wonder why you call me missis," she said. The Odds And Other Stories When my dear missis died I was left quite alone in the world. Lippincott's Magazine, December, 1885 "It would get a beautiful meal; and the poor missis, she would like it." The Rebel of the School But come up here, my good young sir; you're quite smothered by the missis and the teacups. The Honorable Miss A Story of an Old-Fashioned Town The missis is took bad again, he says," responded that gentleman, as distinctly as he could speak for the apples and the plums: "croup, or something. Verner's Pride "Very well."—"Then you have nothing to complain of?"—"Nothing; only master and missis talk such very bad grammar, and don't pronounce their H's." The Book of Three Hundred Anecdotes Historical, Literary, and Humorous—A New Selection His missis was sick, and two of the children had the measles, and Will Darkly he'd been out o' work, and they was poor as poor. The Baronet's Bride "I don't hold with it, but then it's the way of the missis." The Rebel of the School And me, the missis and me—we says, certainly you are, and so heverybody says. If Only etc. You needn't come here with that gammon, missis, whoever you be. Verner's Pride The missis knew, and he looked over his shoulder for her. London River With his eyes still fastened upon me, he called, 'Mister H-a-m-mond, Mister H-a-m-mond, your missis is here!' and my husband came rapidly across the yard. A Woman's Part in a Revolution After all the slaves who cared to do so had seen his face, they gathered in groups around mistress to comfort her; they shed false tears, saying, "Never mind, missis, massa gone home to heaven." My Life In The South "Will the missis get down here at th' front door, or be us to go on into yaard?" The Devil's Garden It's poor Luke's room, and the missis, she goes on continual about the state it's in, if he should come home. Verner's Pride It's me, doctor—me—Matt, yo' know—Matt Heap—th' missis is i' bed, and some bad an' o'. Lancashire Idylls (1898) One to get his missis from Pretoria because he was afraid the Boers might kill her. A Woman's Part in a Revolution You finish currying Democrat while I go in and talk to the missis. Judith of the Godless Valley "Good e'en, missis," says he, "it's a fine night." More English Fairy Tales Why do she call herself Mrs. Verner, and stick herself up for missis at Verner's Pride, if she is to take no notice on us? Verner's Pride ‘Is th' dog alive, missis?’ was the first question he asked. Lancashire Idylls (1898) "Come, missis," said my father, "we must have another pot, for I drank deep, and Ben has been shared out." Poor Jack "You'll know some day, little missis, that a wean knows its own pair of arms," her seductive voice came. Widdershins "Hi, missis; what sort of a coat's that?" said he. More English Fairy Tales "You been taking my missis for a walk," said the indignant husband. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, January 3, 1917 My old missis, she talks poltiks now to me of a night. Harvest Come, missis, send for some beer, and let us drink Tom's health and success to him. Poor Jack "Go 'way, missis!" he hissed at her, with lips drawn back in terror. Rosa Mundi and Other Stories "So they all say," sighed the fool; "but where can I get the right sort of coat o' clay, then, missis?" More English Fairy Tales Susan, th' woman, told us as th' missis said she felt as if she were falling down, and then down her falls. Leonora Katie Butler was my old missis 'fore I married my husband. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 2 Invisible enemies, certainly; for "master" they hardly ever saw; and, excepting the ladys' maid, were mostly as ignorant of "missis." Mistress and Maid He called the missis, and they got her into the kitchen and gave her a cup of tea and put her to bed, and she'll never get up again, it seems. Women of the Country Ever since I married the missis and the first kid come, we figured the only good money was the kind folks worked for and earned; but when you can't get hold of that, it's tough. The Easiest Way Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911 "See thee here, missis!" he exploded, jumping up from the pail. The Matador of the Five Towns and Other Stories Far as I know, my parents stayed with old missis after the War. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 2 "If you please, missis, I didn't mean to—but I've heard—" "What have you heard; that is, how much?" Mistress and Maid There's one trifle as I might ha' told ye if ye hadn't such a way of shutting folks up sometimes, missis. The Price of Love "Well, missis, as we are na' beating about the bush, I think he's a foo'." Helen with the High Hand (2nd ed.) "Ye rule 'em with a rod of iron, missis," said Jock. The Matador of the Five Towns and Other Stories The old missis sometimes saw that my mother's children were fed. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 2 "I beg your pardon, ma'am; but I don't think missis would like any body to know, and therefore I'd rather not tell you." Mistress and Maid "You've nothing to be afraid of, missis," he added in a tone roughly reassuring and good-natured. The Price of Love "It looks to me," said James, "as if your plan for knocking their two heads together wasna' turning out as you meant it, missis." Helen with the High Hand (2nd ed.) Humanity to my poor old missis and the kids doesn't count. A Master of Fortune Being Further Adventures of Captain Kettle I stayed with old missis, Jeff Davis' wife, till she died. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 2 Elizabeth looked up with a long, wistfull stare of intense surprise, and then added, "Have I done any thing wrong, missis?" Mistress and Maid Secretly enchanted by the sweet word "missis," Rachel was nevertheless piqued by this refusal. The Price of Love "Come in, missis, do!" he conjured her, warmly. Helen with the High Hand (2nd ed.) And by this time they had reached the attic door which, without knocking Jenny opened a little, and, with another snivel, announced, "The doctor, missis." The Reason Why Old missis said he was up in Missouri. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 2 One of them, speaking to me of Mr. ——, and saying that they had heard that he had not been well, added, 'Oh! we hear so, missis, and we not know what to do. Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 Going out again at this time o' night, and missis as her is! The Price of Love "She's gone to bed, missis," said James, holding high the candle and gazing at the generous vision in front of him. Helen with the High Hand (2nd ed.) I be very nigh done now, missis," cried Caines jubilantly; "there be but a little bit more. North, South and over the Sea When we got home missis asked me if I killed any snakes. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Kentucky Narratives A gleam of light absolutely shot over his whole countenance, like the vivid and instantaneous lightning—he stammered, hesitated, became excessively confused, and at length replied—'Free, missis? what for me wish to be free? Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 I don't fancy driving over them moors with near a thousand pun in my pocket—and colliers out on strike—not at my age, missis! The Price of Love "I'll tell you what happened, missis," he said, putting his hands on his knees. Helen with the High Hand (2nd ed.) He shall never show his face inside the door where I be missis. North, South and over the Sea But missis say, "They will call me old missis then". Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Kentucky Narratives Poor 'missis,' poor 'massa,' poor woman, that I am to have such prayers addressed to me! Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 Sometime he sing brave and bold, like he say big words like missis and de folks dat lib in de big house. Citizen Bird Scenes from Bird-Life in Plain English for Beginners "I suppose ye think it'll be all right, missis," he said, carelessly—"ye going up to Mrs. Swetnam's o' that 'n, and—" "Rely on me," said she, silencing him. Helen with the High Hand (2nd ed.) The 'missis' was as haughty, as unapproachable, and disdainful as the master was inquisitive; she never spoke to, looked at, nor acknowledged any one—except the three largest tenants and their wives. Hodge and His Masters I said to missis, snake like to got me and Gilbert, too. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Kentucky Narratives I can hardly stir now without being assailed with cries of 'Missis, missis me mind chile, me bery clean,' or the additional gratifying fact, 'and chile too, him bery clean.' Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 I know the very night old missis told us we was free. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 6 Master said he was sorry; but, oh! missis! you should have heard her talk! The World's Greatest Books — Volume 08 — Fiction She tossed her head, and told her fellow-servants audibly that he was a poor, mean-spirited man; and as for missis, she was a regular Tartar—there! Hodge and His Masters Me and missis was goin' to a neighbor's house one day in a sleigh. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Kentucky Narratives We took one of them, not to mortify the poor fellow, and a green ribbon being tied round its leg, it became a sacred fowl, 'little missis's chicken.' Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 But my master and missis never allowed anybody to whip their slaves. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 6 Me never sleep in a bed before, missis.' The Wonders of Prayer A Record of Well Authenticated and Wonderful Answers to Prayer I was a young missis when the War started. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 5 I remember when they said the people was free, but our folks stayed right on there—I don't know how many years—'cause my mother thought a heap of her old missis, Penny. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7 Oh! no, missis, me no wish to be free, if massa only let we keep pig.' Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 Old master and old missis, yes ma'am, all of 'em dead. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 6 She replied, 'O, missis, my heart too full of joy to sleep. The Wonders of Prayer A Record of Well Authenticated and Wonderful Answers to Prayer She called her Louisiana mistress 'White Ma;' she never did call her 'missis.' Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 5 We used to ask old missis how old we was. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7 She answered very quietly, but with a deep sigh: 'Three weeks, missis; de usual time.' Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 I was the onliest girl and old missis was just wild about me. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 6 Mama was the cook for her missis in slavery times. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 1 Him and my mother had the same master and missis. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 5 In the master's church, the biggest thing that was preached to them was how to serve their master and mississ. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7 I asked him with considerable disgust what he was going to do with it, he replied, 'Oh! we coloured people eat it, missis;' said I, 'Why do you say we coloured people?' Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 Heap of times I slept up at the big house with old missis. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 6 I used to say my old missis was 'Hell a mile.' Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 1 Then old missis would come right out there and stop him. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 5 Old missis say our names gwine be sent to the White House. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7 Oh missis! me call, me cry, and me run; make me a gown like dat. Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 My mother didn't know how old I was but after freedom I went by Miss Ann Blanchet's—that was my mother's old missis—and she said I was born in 1861. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 6 She was not yet quite dead, and as Miller, with a tender touch, placed her head in a more comfortable position, her lips moved with a last lingering flicker of consciousness:— "Comin', missis, comin'!" The Marrow of Tradition After their master and missis married they came to Georgia. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 5 Old missis come down to the quarters in her carriage—didn't have buggies in them days, just carriages—to see who was hurt. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7 As an accompaniment to 'de beautifullest mutton de missis ever see,' we have just received from my neighbour Mr. C—— the most magnificent supply of fresh vegetables, green peas, salad, &c. Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 Missis said to you, take care of your brother; but missis knew I loved the sweet darling too dearly to require even half a word on the subject. Brotherly Love Shewing That as Merely Human It May Not Always Be Depended Upon Suddenly their old black man-of-all-work put his head in at the door and said, 'Will missis come into the kitchen?' Uncle Tom's Cabin, Young Folks' Edition If we children would find the nests and bring the eggs in our missis would give us a biscuit, and we always got biscuits for Christmas. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 5 Sometimes missis would say it looked like I wanted to get away and she'd say, 'Why, Hannah, you don't suffer for a thing. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7 I have had an uninterrupted stream of women and children flowing in the whole morning to say, 'Ha de missis!' Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 Then she looked at her father, and stopped the lady's-maid, who, tearful and hysterical, had answered the familiar summons, which but this morning was "missis's bell." M. or N. "Similia similibus curantur." Give my love to mas'r, and dear, good missis, and everybody in the place. Uncle Tom's Cabin, Young Folks' Edition Stay out of your missis' and master's hen house. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 5 Our folks stayed with old missis as long as they lived. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7 They promised with one voice to mind and do all that 'missis tell we;' and with many a parting benediction, and entreaties to me to return, they went their way. Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 His 'missis' didn't take much notice, but he happened to be something of a physiognomist himself, and a face never escaped him. M. or N. "Similia similibus curantur." And now, perhaps, if you would be good enough to speak about it to missis, she would feel like going on with it. Uncle Tom's Cabin, Young Folks' Edition Stay out of your missis' and master's smokehouse. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 5 Old missis told the patrollers they couldn't come on her place and interfere with her hands. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7 Profound pause of meditation on the part of Abraham, wound up by a considerate 'Well, missis, I suppose so.' Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 "My missis wants you to send her some crackers." Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl Written by Herself The former wants to go with me, ‘anywhere’, as he placidly said, ‘to be the missis’ servant’. Letters from the Cape ‘Ah! if I could but believe you,’ said a female voice coquettishly, ‘I’d be bound to settle my missis for life.’ Sketches by Boz, illustrative of everyday life and every-day people I thought he meant for missis’s sickness, so I answered, yes. Wuthering Heights Israel exclaimed, 'Oh missis, not to-day; let him leave the cap with you to-morrow, but don't cut pattern on de Sabbath day!' Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 When I get you into missis' safe place, I will bring some nice hot supper. Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl Written by Herself One Saturday night, a little, thin, old gen'l'm'n comes into the shop in a great passion and says, "Are you the missis o' this here shop?" The Pickwick Papers I niver said as a woman had need to be ugly to make a good missis of a house. Adam Bede But the doctor says missis must go: he says she’s been in a consumption these many months. Wuthering Heights They both ended with fervent thanks to God that he had left the estate, and rejoicing that we had come, and, above all, that we 'had made young missis for them.' Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 "Yas, missis," replied Plato, who was prancing round the buggy in great glee, on the strength of his acquaintance with the white folks. The House Behind the Cedars Sez I: If they would do the decent thing, And shield the missis and the little 'uns, Why, even I might shout "God save the King", And face the chances of them 'ungry guns. Rhymes of a Red Cross Man I never left the house to take care of itself since I was a missis, and I never will. Adam Bede I wish I were you, because it will be all yours when there is no missis!’ Wuthering Heights In the afternoon I walked out, and passed many of the people, who are now beginning, whenever they see me, to say, 'Good bye, missis!' which is rather trying. Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 My missis never see you till just this minute. Three Men in a Boat Then, seeing the other man, he called out, "Here, Joe, run for some water, and tell my missis to come as quick as she can to the Lady Anne." Black Beauty Why, it's pretty near a three-week since y' had your supper with us; and the missis has got one of her rare stuffed chines. Adam Bede A man said he'd give me five pounds if I'd paint him and his missis and the dog and the cottage. Sons and Lovers The imploring cry, 'Oh missis!' that greets me whichever way I turn, makes me long to stop my ears now; for what can I say or do any more for them? Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 "O, missis!" she said, raising her eyes; then, bursting into tears, she sat down in a chair, and began sobbing. Uncle Tom's Cabin "And can you trust your missis?" asked the other. Treasure Island He took her into the bar and said to his wife, "Here, missis, take this young woman into the parlour; she's a little overcome"—for Hetty's tears were falling fast. Adam Bede "Evenin', missis," he nodded to Mrs. Morel, and he seated himself with a sigh. Sons and Lovers I made Israel observe this, who replied, 'Oh missis, if de people's corn left one whole day not watched, not one blade of it remain to-morrow; it must be watched, missis.' Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation 1838-1839 O! missis, missis," said Eliza, "there's been a trader talking with master in the parlor! Uncle Tom's Cabin When once I'm married, you can go an' ask the good missis. The Dramatic Works of Gerhart Hauptmann Volume II The young missis is going out in the carriage at half-past two. The Talleyrand Maxim "You don't dance yourself, do you, missis?" asked her nearest neighbour, in October, when there was great talk of opening a dancing-class over the Brick and Tile Inn at Bestwood. Sons and Lovers Call him, my pet, and say "Your missis, Marína, says you must go now!" Redemption and two other plays Well, but, missis, you never would give your consent—to—to—" "Nonsense, child! to be sure, I shouldn't. Uncle Tom's Cabin I was thinking in fact, of goin' upstairs an' askin' the missis if, maybe, she could give me some advice in that direction. The Dramatic Works of Gerhart Hauptmann Volume II Vine: Were you thinking of me then, missis? Georgian Poetry 1913-15 "Where's your missis?" responded Ketch, suffering the name to drop into abeyance. The Channings And then calling to another servant, who came hurrying from the kitchen as if summoned by some instinct, 'Ruth, take missis into the house directly.' Villette Ah, missis," said Joseph, "I'm glad to see you. With Edged Tools The missis had a wreath put there too. The Dramatic Works of Gerhart Hauptmann Volume II When I went in with the candles I could see missis had been a crying. Through the Fray A Tale of the Luddite Riots "Please, sir, missis said she thought it was true, 'cause he had a carpet-bag," returned the young servant. The Channings You have done my missis a good turn by taking care of those three young ones while we straightened up a bit, and I saw you helping others too. In the Heart of the Rockies Always seems to me," he said, "that your married life can't have been so happy-like as—well, as one might say, you deserved, missis. With Edged Tools How'd it be if we was to go up there too, missis. The Dramatic Works of Gerhart Hauptmann Volume II Well, you had best get your missis round and see about getting the place ready for the corpse. Through the Fray A Tale of the Luddite Riots "He's gone to bed, and missis is putting him a plaster on his chest." The Channings She and the old nurse had only been known to him as the young missis and the old missis. Cord and Creese "Seems to me, missis," he said, on the third evening after the arrival of the advance column, "that the guv'nor takes uncommon kindly to them little 'uns of yours." With Edged Tools Now guess, missis, what your husband has brought home for you! The Dramatic Works of Gerhart Hauptmann Volume II And I should remember that the money the missis had paid him hadn't covered more than the bill for one of them. Look Back on Happiness The postman gave it me at the door, just as I had caught sight of the fly turning the corner with the master and missis. The Channings I gave Bill the plate to pledge; it's all gone, and master and missis coming back tomorrow. Esther Waters "Do y' know what I would like, missis?" he asked briskly of Marie one evening. With Edged Tools Well, she be as pretty a young lady as ever I saw; and as I told my missis, 'Miss Martha,' says I, 'there's a pair on 'em.' The Newcomes Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family Very likely she found it embarrassing to be called the "missis," and this was why she could neither eat last night nor stay here today. Look Back on Happiness "The missis would know that he'd be safe to turn up, some time or other; a strong fellow like him!" The Channings If Grover wasn't so stand-offish, we might tell her about it, and she could tell the Saint—that's what we call the missis; the Saint would soon put a stop to all that nonsense. Esther Waters They went up to master, and gave him a bit of their minds about letting missis come on the stage when she was so ill. A Peep Behind the Scenes Though missis was mortal angry to be sure. The Newcomes Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family As we stood there, a rather stout girl came down from the loft and addressed the actor: "The missis wants you to come right upstairs." Look Back on Happiness "Go up and ask your missis how long I be to wait?" he growled. The Channings It was evidently a sore topic with him and a familiar one with his frugal townsmen, for some man in the crowd cried out, "'Tinna big enough for the missis, be it, Timothy?" The Yeoman Adventurer Master says we can wait a bit longer, to give missis a little more rest. A Peep Behind the Scenes The truth is, between you and me, sir, my missis won't come any more at no price. The Newcomes Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family The girl who had come down the stairs with the message from the "missis" was no servant, but Eilert's young wife. Look Back on Happiness I went in for them shirts missis told me of, and he started like anything, and his face turned white. The Channings Young hofficer come home at night, Him give me ring and kisses; Nine months, one picaniny white, Him white almost like missis. Tom Cringle's Log But, Miss Rosie, I wanted to tell you something; I'm going to fetch a doctor to see missis.' A Peep Behind the Scenes Jest drop in on me and the missis. Not George Washington — an Autobiographical Novel One of them said, 'You have a nice place here, missis, when we come for good to this country we'll divide the land, and I'll take this here for my share.' Laura Secord, the heroine of 1812. A Drama. and Other Poems. I've an easy missis and a good place, and I mean to keep 'em. A Terrible Secret In the room sat the "missis," motionless and mute. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 02 — Fiction The on'y thing is to keep 'em apart, and my pore missis is wore to a shadder a- doing of it.' Skilled Assistance Ship's Company, Part 9. My people are gathering to welcome their new missis. A Romance of the Republic They said to Mrs. Secord, 'You were right about the six feet of earth, missis! Laura Secord, the heroine of 1812. A Drama. and Other Poems. I hope he will sit still for a while and think it all over, and give the poor missis a rest. Purple Springs "Let's see, missis," said the visitor, "what do you pay for this nook?" Home-Life of the Lancashire Factory Folk during the Cotton Famine An' I tell 'ee straight, sir, I said to the missis:—'It will be serious, an' all, if Doris's father catches her gallivantin' in our garden wi' Mr. Grant nigh on ten o'clock.' The Postmaster's Daughter She opened the door for her to pass out on the veranda, and as she looked after her she muttered to herself, "She's a pooty missis; but not such a gran' hansom lady as turrer." A Romance of the Republic For he's so alone; but the missis said: "Go to that gentleman," she says, "at whose country place our lodger stayed; maybe he'll tell you what to do, or come himself." On the Eve When they went down, uncle Pullet observed, with some acumen, that he reckoned the missis had been showing her bonnet,–that was what had made them so long upstairs. The Mill on the Floss Leaning against the door-cheek of one of these dim, unwholesome hovels, he said, "Well, missis; how are you getting on?" Home-Life of the Lancashire Factory Folk during the Cotton Famine I don't mind if I do, sir, though it's tea-time, and I make it a rule on Sundays to have tea with the missis. The Postmaster's Daughter "If you saw somebody looking at you, I presume it was one of the servants peeping at the new missis." A Romance of the Republic I am sure that when you see the missis—" "My dear fellow, pray do not misunderstand me. Spring Days "Now, then, little missis," said the younger man, rising, and leading the donkey forward, "tell us where you live; what's the name o' the place?" The Mill on the Floss "Well, missis," said the visitor, "how is your husband getting on?" Home-Life of the Lancashire Factory Folk during the Cotton Famine "Look here, missis," he went on roughly, "you've got money in the house, and I must have it." Walter Sherwood's Probation I wish I could see my old missis's face now! Cashel Byron's Profession I am very fond of the missis; if I weren't I shouldn't marry, that goes without saying, but one likes to have things settled. Spring Days You come along and have a bit of supper with me and my missis. Doctor Therne "You had better get below again, if you don't want the missis to see you," said the mate. Many Cargoes Ye see, sir," he said, "we've only one small room—me and the missis; and I don't well see how we're to manage about you. Dreams and Dream Stories "I s'pose you mean the young 'oman he's always talking to my missis about." Cashel Byron's Profession |
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