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 stables to see his beautiful Arab mare, Black Araby.

As the three animal-admirers stood by the beautiful horse, the Sahib remarked casually, "Yes, she is a wonderful horse, the most beautiful one I ever saw. I doubt if there is a finer horse anywhere."

"She is not only that, but she is the fleetest animal in the whole world," said Ben Abi with feeling.

"Yes," returned Mr. Anderson. "She probably would be for a short distance, or half-a-day's run, but I am wondering if one of the smaller elephants would not beat her in a long run."

Ben Abi's eyes snapped, and he rubbed his hands together gleefully.

"No, Mr. Anderson, the animal does not live that can outrun Black Araby for a short distance or long. I will wager you