Dr. Heidegger's Experiment Quotes

That very singular man, old Dr. Heidegger, once invited four venerable friends to meet him in his study. (1)

"For my own part, having had much trouble in growing old, I am in no hurry to grow young again." (17)

"My dear old friends,'' said Dr. Heidegger, motioning them to be seated, "I am desirous of your assistance in one of those little experiments with which I amuse myself here in my study.'' (2)

"That is certainly a very pretty deception,'' said the doctor's friends; carelessly, however, for they had witnessed greater miracles at a conjurer's show; "pray how was it effected?'' (12)

Over the central bookcase was a bronze bust of Hippocrates, with which, according to some authorities, Dr. Heidegger was accustomed to hold consultations in all difficult cases of his practice. (3)