Precept and Practice — 507
Dr. Channing had a brother a physician, and at one time they both dwelt in Boston. A countryman was in search of the doctor. The following dialogue ensued:—“Does Dr. Channing live here?”—“Yes, sir.” “Can I see him?”—“I am he.” “Who, you?”—“Yes, sir.” “You must have altered considerably since I heard you preach.”—“Heard me preach?” “Certainly! you are the Dr. Channing that preaches, ain’t you?”—“Oh! I see you are mistaken now; ’tis my brother who preaches; I’m the doctor who practises.”