For instance, the loss of a small valise on the boat that contained credentials that would have made it quite unnecessary for him to cable to New York for credit, and also an incident this reminded him of-that he had not only parted with most of his cash to the young Americans, but had given his purse to the lady to keep her share of it in, saying he had a very good cash pocket, and would have plenty of time to buy another, whereas they were hurrying through to catch the tidal boat for calais.
"Somehow Good"
William de Morgan
I suppose you have got to take your coat and waistcoat off-on calais sands-with a wind blowing in from the sea; that is a nice thing for your chest and throat, isn't it?
"Prince Fortunatus"
William Black
A calais oyster, no doubt-large enough for both; but Tommy will not share his happiness.
"John Leech, His Life and Work. Vol. 1"
William Powell Frith