"We may work in different ways but we work towards the same end." "No one has ever doubted your patriotism, Monsieur Pailleton," the ambassador continued.

"It is my privilege now to put it to the test.

There is a little misunderstanding in Brazil, every particular concerning which, and the views of our Government, is contained in the little parcel of documents which you see upon this table.

Put them in your pocket, Monsieur Pailleton.

I am going to ask you to serve your country by leaving for Liverpool this afternoon and for Brazil to-morrow on the steamship Hermes." Monsieur Pailleton had been a little taken aback by the visit of the Baron.