To me, the sound of Mr. Bertram is so cold and nothing-meaning, so entirely without warmth or character! It just stands for a gentleman, and that's all. But there is nobleness in the name of Edmund. It is a name of heroism and renown; of kings, princes, and knights; and seems to breathe the spirit of chivalry and warm affections..
... exactly." And of course, we don't know what Edmund Haley's reaction was, but I paraphrase, ...
... Englishman by the name of Edmund Haley. Everyone was talking about the comet, so Edmund Haley, ...