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 me his name was Monsieur D'Estrapes; that he had been valet de chambre to an English gentleman lately deceased, and that he was very much regarded by the marquis for his fidelity to his master.—As soon, therefore as I was relieved, I went to his lodging, and desired the servant of the house to tell Monsieur D'Estrapes that I begged the honour of half an hour's conversation with him. He was confounded at this message, when he understood it was sent by a soldier, and it was not before I waited a considerable time that he bid the servant me up stairs. The valet being withdrawn, I, in the French language if his name D'Estrapes? To which he answered, the same, at your service. Are you a ? said I. I have not the, replied he; but I have an infinite for the country. Then, struck my appearance he started back, and  in English O Jesus! sure it can't! . tis impossible! I smiled at his saying I suppose you are too  of  a gentleman to own your friend  adversity. When he heard me these words in our own language,  leaped upon my neck, and kissed me  ear to ear; then observing my dress, he