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 His unexpected appearance in their midst created a decided sensation. He extended his hand warmly to Robert, and said most cordially:

"Let me congratulate you, too."

With a look of intense loathing the artist waved him away, and folding his arms said coldly:

"Excuse me, sir."

Some one of the party whispered:

"Don't mind that, Latham; Milburn has imbibed a little too freely."