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Stratton-Porter, Gene, 1863-1924

"Michael O'Halloran"

James says, and biscuit. That's all."
"Glory!" cried Mr. Winton. "Doesn't that thrill you? Let's head for the
tallest tamarack of the swamp and then have a feast."
On the opposite bank they rested a few minutes, then returned to dinner.
Afterward, with Rogers rowing for Mr. Winton, and Leslie for Douglas, they
went bass fishing. When the boats passed on the far shore Leslie and
Douglas had three, and Mr. Winton five. This did not prove that he was the
better fisherman, only that he worked constantly; they lost much time in
conversation which interested them; but as they enjoyed what they had to
say more than the sport, while Leslie only wished them to take the fish
they would use, it was their affair. The girl soon returned to the
Minturns and secured a promise from Douglas that if Mr. Minturn talked
with him, at least he would say nothing to discourage his friend about the
sincerity of his wife's motives. Leslie's thoughts then turned to the
surprise Douglas had mentioned.
"Oh, that pretty girl?" he inquired casually.


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