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Aunt Jane’s Nieces and Uncle John

CHAPTER X
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But a tired man soon becomes insensible to even such annoyances.
The girls, having entered the limousine from the door opposite the tent, were all unaware of the rattlesnake episode and supposed the shot had been directed against the coyotes.

They heard the Major climbing upon the roof, but did not demand any explanation, being deep in those bedtime confidences so dear to all girls.

Even they came to disregard the persistent howls of the coyotes, and in time fell asleep.
Wampus did not seem afraid of snakes.

The little chauffeur went to bed in the tent and slept soundly upon his cot until daybreak, when the coyotes withdrew and the Canadian got up to make the coffee.
The Major peered over the edge of the roof to watch him.

He had a sleepy look about his eyes, as if he had not rested well.


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