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Doyle, Arthur Conan

"The Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes"

I have determined, therefore, to call upon you and to consult you in reference to the very painful event which has occurred in connection with my wedding. Mr. Lestrade, of Scotland Yard, is acting already in the matter, but he assures me that he sees no objection to your cooperation, and that he even thinks that it might be of some assistance. I will call at four o'clock in the afternoon, and, should you have any other engagement at that time, I hope that you will postpone it, as this matter is of paramount importance.

"Yours faithfully,

"St. Simon.

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"It is dated from Grosvenor Mansions, written with a quill pen, and the noble lord has had the misfortune to get a smear of ink upon the outer side of his right little finger," remarked Holmes as he folded up the epistle.

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"He says four o'clock. It is three now. He will be here in an hour."

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"Then I have just time, with your assistance, to get clear upon the subject.

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Doyle, Arthur Conan

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