Chapter IX

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

past form of “abstain” — refrain from voting

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

a proposal for an appropriate course of action

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

an expert who gives advice

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

a pass to a receiver downfield from the passer

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

later than; following

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

be in accord; be in agreement

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

united by being of the same opinion

From this reading Eben having agreed, Falcon promised to remunerate him handsomely if he would assume the _rôle_ of Scudder and make the first trial of the flying machine (of course in disguise, so that no one would know him).

at or on or to the masthead or upper rigging of a ship

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

equipment designed to serve a specific function

From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

put into a proper or systematic order

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

disposed or placed in a particular kind of order

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

plural of “bond” — an electrical force linking atoms

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

an occurrence of something

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

one who is the object of choice; who is given preference

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

rid of objects or obstructions such as e.g. trees and brush

From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

past form of “consent” — give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

the process of giving careful thought to something

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading Eben having agreed, Falcon promised to remunerate him handsomely if he would assume the _rôle_ of Scudder and make the first trial of the flying machine (of course in disguise, so that no one would know him).

a small farm worked by a crofter

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

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From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

a car in which policemen cruise the streets; equipped with radiotelephonic communications to headquarters

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

a female human offspring

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

the state of owing something (especially money)

From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

recognizable; marked

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

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From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

characterized by great determination

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

someone who controls resources and expenditures

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

A means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity.

From this reading Eben having agreed, Falcon promised to remunerate him handsomely if he would assume the _rôle_ of Scudder and make the first trial of the flying machine (of course in disguise, so that no one would know him).

(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

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From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

of or relating to the Netherlands or its people or culture

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

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From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

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From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

constituting the full quantity or extent; complete

From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

all things; all of a situation

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

diurnal birds of prey having long pointed powerful wings adapted for swift flight

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

showing approval

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

a sudden and violent collapse

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five

From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

a person skilled in large scale financial transactions

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Eben having agreed, Falcon promised to remunerate him handsomely if he would assume the _rôle_ of Scudder and make the first trial of the flying machine (of course in disguise, so that no one would know him).

a formation of aircraft in flight

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

guided by whim and fancy

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

moving swiftly

From this reading Eben having agreed, Falcon promised to remunerate him handsomely if he would assume the _rôle_ of Scudder and make the first trial of the flying machine (of course in disguise, so that no one would know him).

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

any creature of exceptional size

From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

the act of departing

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

in an attractively handsome manner

From this reading Eben having agreed, Falcon promised to remunerate him handsomely if he would assume the _rôle_ of Scudder and make the first trial of the flying machine (of course in disguise, so that no one would know him).

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

(classical mythology) a hero noted for his strength; performed 12 immense labors to gain immortality

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

ten 10s

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

of the present time and place

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

-ing form of “include” — have as a part, be made up out of

From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

having much knowledge or education

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

come between so as to be hindrance or obstacle

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

the creation of something in the mind

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Eben having agreed, Falcon promised to remunerate him handsomely if he would assume the _rôle_ of Scudder and make the first trial of the flying machine (of course in disguise, so that no one would know him).

-ing form of “liberate” — give equal rights to; of women and minorities

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks

From this reading Eben having agreed, Falcon promised to remunerate him handsomely if he would assume the _rôle_ of Scudder and make the first trial of the flying machine (of course in disguise, so that no one would know him).

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

engage in

From this reading Eben having agreed, Falcon promised to remunerate him handsomely if he would assume the _rôle_ of Scudder and make the first trial of the flying machine (of course in disguise, so that no one would know him).

A book, document, or piece of music written by hand rather than typed or printed.

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

a form of address for a man

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

not any; not one

From this reading Eben having agreed, Falcon promised to remunerate him handsomely if he would assume the _rôle_ of Scudder and make the first trial of the flying machine (of course in disguise, so that no one would know him).

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

plural of “objection” — the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

a sum of money paid or a claim discharged

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

as yourself

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

plural of “peter” — disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

introduce

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

all of the offspring of a given progenitor

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

plural of “pound” — 16 ounces avoirdupois

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

the quality of being secluded from the presence or view of others

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone

From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

tavern consisting of a building with a bar and public rooms; often provides light meals

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

located or moved above the surround or above the normal position

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

make payment to; compensate

From this reading Eben having agreed, Falcon promised to remunerate him handsomely if he would assume the _rôle_ of Scudder and make the first trial of the flying machine (of course in disguise, so that no one would know him).

inflected form of “reply” — react verbally

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

the 2nd largest city in the Netherlands; located in the western Netherlands near the North Sea

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

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From this reading Eben having agreed, Falcon promised to remunerate him handsomely if he would assume the _rôle_ of Scudder and make the first trial of the flying machine (of course in disguise, so that no one would know him).

an elaborate and systematic plan of action

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

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From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

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From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

exchange or deliver for money or its equivalent

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

a gradual sinking to a lower level

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

in the near future

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

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From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

highest in quality

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

past form of “stipulate” — specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

inflected form of “steal” — take without the owner's consent

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

superlative of “strict” — rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

a quantity of money

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

status with respect to the relations between people or groups

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

trying something to find out about it

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

in or at that place or location

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

the act of testing something

From this reading Eben having agreed, Falcon promised to remunerate him handsomely if he would assume the _rôle_ of Scudder and make the first trial of the flying machine (of course in disguise, so that no one would know him).

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

by bad luck

From this reading The entire apparatus, including Scudder’s giant cross-bow, was very soon the property of the flying financier, but, unfortunately, there was a debt on it of fifty ducats,--which had to be cleared off before the contrivance was despatched from Rotterdam.

characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

up to a particular time

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

being of use or service

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

precisely as stated

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

be driven or carried along, as by the air

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

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From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.

in or at the place that

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

which person or people

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish

From this reading An immediate proposal was therefore made to Professor Scudder, who soon replied favourably from Rotterdam, in fact he consented to sell his stolen manuscript and invention for the round sum down of one hundred pounds sterling, and these terms, having been arranged, Eben Croft was duly informed that there was one more chance open to him if he really wished to hand down his name to posterity, after which he could see about settling in his promised “pub” near Wedwell Park, but not until his master had united himself in the bonds of matrimony to the squire’s daughter.

in the company of; together with

From this reading As to Mr Falcon, he would pose as a distinguished Dutch director, and would arrange everything at some quiet place where the experiment could come off under the strictest privacy; but the chosen spot would not have to be very far from Wedwell Park in case the wind happened to waft the aerial cruiser that way,--in which case Mr Falcon might like himself to make the flight personally,--but that would not interfere with the stipulated payment to Eben Croft.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading A FLIGHTY FIASCO After following the advice of Doctor Peters by liberating Eben Croft, Mr Falcon determined that he would forthwith turn him to another useful account, as the financier had decided to test Scudder’s scheme if the Pocket Hercules would assist him to do so,--though, in consideration of the objections raised by his adviser Peters, Mr Falcon thought it would be quite as well if he abstained himself from going aloft, should Croft agree to do so and assume the Dutchman’s name.