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 should be in uniform. A man looks much better dancing in some regalia."

"The Grand Duke left a whole wardrobe of uniforms," said Romsteck.

"Anything with a good splash of colour in it?"

"The dress uniform as honorary admiral in the Dalmatian Navy arrived just before the War. His Grace never had an opportunity to wear it."

"True," said the Colonel. "I remember that the Dalmatian Navy spent the War prudently in . I should have preferred a uniform with a more glorious record. However—blue and gold, with a cocked hat, will do very well."

"Choose whatever you like," said the President. "But remember I rely on you. And you promised to teach me a few American phrases of courtesy, that I can use when I run short."