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208 "No, not quite," he said. "I'll read a little more," and he read:

"'When our circus was wrecked we lost a valuable trick dog. He could play soldier, say his prayers, turn somersaults, and do a number of tricks. The ringmaster feels very badly about losing him, and has tried to locate him, but without success. If you should hear of anyone near you having such a dog we would be much obliged if you would send him to us, as he belongs to the circus.'"

There was a moment of silence after Mr. Bobbsey read this, and then Freddie said:

"Why that must be Snap—our pet dog! Oh, papa you won't give him back to the circus; will you?"