OUT OF THE FRYING-PAN. 
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Mr. Button pointed to his tent-pack, and intimated by 
gestures that he would prefer to occupy his own quarters 
for the night. But Loklok shook his head, and pointed 
firmly to one of the huts, a little larger than the rest. 
They were all obliged to enter, stooping low at the 
entrance, and there " The Bear " left them, evidently 
relieved at having his curiosities securely caged. 
Now at last the party had a chance to reflect upon the 
situation, and discuss plans for the morrow. 
