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Dick Hamilton's Airship, or, a Young Millionaire in the Clouds by Howard R. (Howard Roger) Garis
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the preliminary work. Dick and his chums were to follow as soon as
school was over. Larry Dexter went back to New York, but promised
to join Dick in time for the flight for the big government prize.

"Well, Dad, how are you?" cried Dick, as he greeted his father at
the family mansion in Hamilton Corners.

"Fine, my boy! There's no use asking how YOU are, I can see you
are fine!"

"Did Vardon and Jack get here? Have they started work?" Dick wanted
to know.

"Yes, I did just as you asked me to in your letter. I let them have
the run of the place, and they've been busy ever since they came.
I hope you are successful, Dick, but, I have my doubts."

"I'll show you!" cried the cadet enthusiastically.



CHAPTER IX
UNCLE EZRA'S VISIT


Dick and his father had much to talk about concerning the airship.
Dick explained his plans, and described the new stabilizer.

"Well, now that you have explained it to me, I don't see but what
it may be possible," said Mr. Hamilton, after carefully considering
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