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"
Why, taking property is stealing."
Property! Now what a way to talk that is: What do you suppose that
trunk is worth?"
"Is it in good repair?"
"Perfect. Hair rubbed off a little, but the main structure is perfectly
sound."
"
Does it leak anywhere?"
"Leak? Do you want to carry water in it? What do you mean by does it
leak?"
"
Why--a--do the clothes fall out of it when it is--when it is
stationary?"
"Confound it, Washington, you are trying to make fun of me. I don't know
what has got into you to-day; you act mighty curious. What is the matter
with you?"
"
Well, I'll tell you, old friend. I am almost happy. I am, indeed.
It wasn't Clay's telegram that hurried me up so and got me ready to start
with you. It was a letter from Louise."
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