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The Burgomaster’s Wife
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CHAPTER XIV
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"We mustn't do coming trouble the favor of spoiling the happy present on its account.

If you want to act wisely, follow the advice of Horace." "The Bible also teaches that 'sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof,'" added the pastor, and Captain Allertssohn exclaimed: "On my life, yes! My soldiers, the city-guard and volunteers must have their parade.

Marching in full uniform, with all their weapons, while beautiful eyes smile upon them, the old wave greetings, and children run before with exultant shouts, a man learns to feel himself a soldier for the first time." So it was determined to let the fair be held.

While other questions were being eagerly discussed, Henrica found a loving welcome in Barbara's pleasant room.

When she had fallen asleep, Maria went back to her guests, but did not again approach the table; for the gentlemen's cheeks were flushed and they were no longer speaking in regular order, but each was talking about whatever he chose.


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