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 Several other amusing tricks were performed, and Jerry finally asked Dapples to conclude his part of the performance with a short prayer.

To the great delight of all the little people, the Shetland got down on his knees and bowed his head. He stayed in that position until his master cried, "Amen." Then he got up with a spring which made every one laugh.

Such a round of applause as greeted the conclusion of these tricks was rarely heard at the fair.

When Jerry was leading Dapples back to the stable where he would stay until they were ready to go home, a well-known London animal dealer stepped up to him.

"What will you take for the little horse?" he asked.

"He isn't for sale, sir," returned Jerry quickly. "Sir Arthur does not need money as much as the children need Dapples."

"All right," returned the animal buyer.