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The Scarecrow of Oz

CHAPTER Eleven
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The Wicked King and Googly-Goo When our friends approached the great doorway of the castle they found it guarded by several soldiers dressed in splendid uniforms.

They were armed with swords and lances.

Cap'n Bill walked straight up to them and asked: "Does the King happen to be at home ?" "His Magnificent and Glorious Majesty, King Krewl, is at present inhabiting his Royal Castle," was the stiff reply.
"Then I guess we'll go in an' say how-d'ye-do," continued Cap'n Bill, attempting to enter the doorway.

But a soldier barred his way with a lance.
"Who are you, what are your names, and where do you come from ?" demanded the soldier.
"You wouldn't know if we told you," returned the sailor, "seein' as we're strangers in a strange land." "Oh, if you are strangers you will be permitted to enter," said the soldier, lowering his lance.

"His Majesty is very fond of strangers." "Do many strangers come here ?" asked Trot.
"You are the first that ever came to our country," said the man.


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