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Off to church already?" said Johnson.
Walking across the fields to Little Dorington," said Mr. Rymer.
Very pleasant walk," said Johnson.
Very," said Mr. Rymer.
Hope you'll enjoy it," said Mr. Johnson.
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That chap's done well," said Johnson sotto voce as they went on.
Came here with nothing--practically, four years ago. And as thin as a
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lath. Look at him now!
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He's worked hard of course," said Johnson, improving the occasion.
Thought fell between the cousins for a space.
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Some men can do one thing," said Johnson, "and some another.... For a
man who sticks to it there's a lot to be done in a shop."
III
All the preparations for the funeral ran easily and happily under Mrs.
Johnson's skilful hands. On the eve of the sad event she produced a
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