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for position of valet to myself. I will see and engage him on his arrival, and further instruct him in his duties.

Yours faithfully,
Thos. Blunt.
P. S. I shall expect him to-morrow evening. There is a good train leaving Paddington at 2:15.


Sir Thomas read this over, put in a comma, then placed it in an envelope, and lighted a cigar with the air of one who can be checked, yes, but vanquished, never.