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The House by the Church-Yard

CHAPTER LXVIII
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"Do you know anyone who wants him?
I would not mind taking a bill, with a couple of good names upon it," says he.

Upon my credit I believe he thought I'd buy him myself.

"Well," says I, "I think I do know a fellow that would give you his value, and pay you cash besides," says I.'Twas as good as a play to see his face.

"Who is he ?" says he, taking me close by the arm.

"The knacker," says I.'Twas a bite for Miles; hey?
ha, ha, ha!' 'And is it true old Tresham's going to join our club at last ?' 'He! hang him! he's like a brute beast, and never drinks but when he's dry, and then small beer.


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