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 "You? Go to Africa?"

"Sure, why not? I've always wanted to see the negro at home—had a curiosity to know if he's like our negro."

"Heavens, Colonel, that's a mighty long trip."

"Yes, I know; but there'll be several British officers at the Concession. Of course, I'll take Zack along, to shave me and look after my baggage, so I won't get lonesome."

Dr. Paulding glanced at Old Reliable, "No, Colonel, you won't get lonesome—not if you have Zack."

Many a time before he got home again Colonel Spottiswoode remembered how Doctor Paulding had laughed and said, "You won't get lonesome—not if you have Zack."