Those who knew Dom Corria best would not credit that he should forget anything.

The Senhora Pondillo awaited Iris at the hotel with a supply of new clothing.

Captain Schmidt, of course, could depend on his own wardrobe, but Captain Coke and the Senhor Hozier would find a tradesman in their rooms who had guaranteed to equip them suitably.

Moreover, the same outfitter would visit the ship during the morning and make good the lost raiment and boots of the other officers and men of the _Andromeda_.

San Benavides spoke like the ambassador of a prince, and, in the sequel, there was no stint of deeds to give effect to his promises.
On the way to the hotel Iris saw a large building labeled "Casa do Correio e Telegraphia." It was not surprising that she had not thought earlier of the necessity of cabling to Liverpool.