The Ne'er-Do-Well by Rex Ellingwood Beach
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"It is a place where the student of sociology can obtain a world of valuable information." "How do we get in?" "Leave that to old Doctor Higgins," Anthony laughed. "To get out is the difficulty." "Oh, I guess we'll get out," said the bulky Ringold. "After we have concluded our investigations at the House of Seven Turnings," continued the ceremonious Higgins, "we will go to the Palace of Ebony, where a full negro orchestra--" "The police closed that a week ago." "But it has reopened on a scale larger and grander than ever." "Let's take in the Austrian Village," offered Ringold. "Patiently! Patiently, Behemoth! We'll take 'em all in. However, I wish to request one favor. If by any chance I should become embroiled with a minion of the law, please, oh please, let me finish him." "Remember the last time," cautioned Anthony. "You've never come home a winner." "Enough! Away with painful memories! All in favor--" |
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