Already his own Government, then in the first years of its great civil war, had experimented with it, with the most favorable results.

The business was never so promising as it then appeared, yet it never had appeared so insecure.
In the midst of his reflections, none of which were pleasant, and in a sort of undefined dread of the consequences of his indiscretions in connection with Harry Benedict, the bell rang, and Mr.and Mrs.Talbot were announced.

The factor and his gracious lady were in fine spirits, and full of their congratulations over the safe removal of the family to their splendid mansion.

Mrs.Talbot was sure that Mrs.Belcher must feel that all the wishes of her heart were gratified.

There was really nothing like the magnificence of the mansion.