The Master of the Shell

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Talbot Baines Reed

The Master of the Shell

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“Lucerne, Sept. 9, 18–.

“Dear Grover,–You have often in your lighter moods laughed at the humble individual who addresses you. Laugh once again. The fact is, I am engaged. I can fancy I see you reeling under this blow! I have been reeling under it for thirty-six hours.

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