RECOLLECTIONS OF MEN AND HORSES 



" Yes, he has beaten that sale and I am sure that 

 you will find him a good fellow." 



When Mr. Allen returned to the room, although 

 not in full dinner dress, he was warmly greeted, and 

 before the coffee was served in the drawing-room, 

 the barriers of reserve had disappeared. If I mistake 

 not, it was long after midnight before the cheerful 

 household was locked in the arms of sleep. 



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