It is suggestive that Anthony is not a common name in England, while Antonio is so in all Spanish or Spanish-American countries.

The man, like Mrs.Stapleton herself, spoke good English, but with a curious lisping accent.

I have myself seen this old man cross the Grimpen Mire by the path which Stapleton had marked out.

It is very probable, therefore, that in the absence of his master it was he who cared for the hound, though he may never have known the purpose for which the beast was used.
"The Stapletons then went down to Devonshire, whither they were soon followed by Sir Henry and you.

One word now as to how I stood myself at that time.