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... passing St. Anne's Well , they entered through Bridlesmith's Gate the broad market - place . This was , then as now , the widest open space in the town , and had many fine mansions standing round it . On their left was that long ...
... passing St. Anne's Well , they entered through Bridlesmith's Gate the broad market - place . This was , then as now , the widest open space in the town , and had many fine mansions standing round it . On their left was that long ...
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... passing the bottles in quick succession being left to the host at the foot of the table . The quiet , though far from retiring - mannered Jasper had enjoyed the honour of handing down the fair Alethea , and had dexterously managed to ...
... passing the bottles in quick succession being left to the host at the foot of the table . The quiet , though far from retiring - mannered Jasper had enjoyed the honour of handing down the fair Alethea , and had dexterously managed to ...
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... passing through the grand gateway which had stood so many attacks , soon ascended the broad stone steps with massive balustrades which led in two flights to the noble terrace in front of the building . It was well paved with large flat ...
... passing through the grand gateway which had stood so many attacks , soon ascended the broad stone steps with massive balustrades which led in two flights to the noble terrace in front of the building . It was well paved with large flat ...
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... passed his numerous acquaintances . Polly's affectionate little heart bounded at seeing many friendly glances thrown at him , and she whispered to Kate , in a tone which Alethea overheard , " He does not look as if we need ever be ...
... passed his numerous acquaintances . Polly's affectionate little heart bounded at seeing many friendly glances thrown at him , and she whispered to Kate , in a tone which Alethea overheard , " He does not look as if we need ever be ...
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... passing through Nottingham , and I walked out here to see if there was any thing likely to suit me , in case I chose to make a bargain to - morrow morning . I must be early on the road to Derby . I hope you are satisfied , young man ...
... passing through Nottingham , and I walked out here to see if there was any thing likely to suit me , in case I chose to make a bargain to - morrow morning . I must be early on the road to Derby . I hope you are satisfied , young man ...
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