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the general stillness and tranquility prevailing, save the 

 bells ringing out from the many churches, and the troops 

 of worshippers to be seen wending their way in obedience 

 to that cheerful mandate. My audience seemed to approve 

 much of such a rule and practice, but did not, I imagine, 

 think it applicable to themselves. 



