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I entered a large building by the river-side.

A spacious apartment presented itself, well furnished with pipes and hogsheads.

In one corner was a smaller room, in which a gentleman was busy at writing.
I advanced to the door of the room, but was there met by a young person, who received my paper and delivered it to him within.

I stood still at the door; but was near enough to overhear what would pass between them.
The letter was laid upon the desk, and presently he that sat at it lifted his eyes and glanced at the superscription.