When the conversation turned to the subject of romantic marriage this little anecdote was volunteered by H.M. Asker, a North Dakota politician:
So you were married ten years ago. Took place in the church, I suppose, with bridesmaids, flowers, cake, and the brass band?
No; it was an elopement.
An elopement, eh? Did the girl's father follow you?
Yes, and he has been with us ever since.