Chapter XXI · Chapter 21

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

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

having companions or an escort

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

an important port of Yemen; located on the Gulf of Aden; its strategic location has made it a major trading center of southern Arabia since ancient times

From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

diffusing warmth and friendliness

From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

later than; following

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

in addition

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

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

From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

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

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

appealing to or stimulating the appetite especially in appearance or aroma

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

the two together, not just one

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

a youthful male person

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

plural of “cloud” — any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible

From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

things that make you comfortable and at ease

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

a diplomat appointed by a government to protect its commercial interests and help its citizens in a foreign country

From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

a pair who associate with one another

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

every day; without missing a day

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

-ing form of “declare” — state emphatically and authoritatively

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

a person who tries to please or amuse

From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

-ing form of “express” — give expression to

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

plural of “film” — a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

plural of “flyer” — an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

diffusing warmth and friendliness

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

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From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

a young female

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

largest anthropoid ape; terrestrial and vegetarian; of forests of central west Africa

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

highest in quality

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

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From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

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

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

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

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

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

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

free from external control and constraint

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

too numerous to be counted

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

wearing protective mail

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

past form of “manifest” — provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

the food served and eaten at one time

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

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

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

a form of address for a man

From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

not any; not one

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

characterized by extreme care and great effort

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

United States feminist (1885-1977)

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

inflected form of “ply” — give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

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From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

plural of “protest” — a formal and solemn declaration of objection

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

established beyond doubt

From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

large Old World boas

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

plural of “question” — an instance of questioning

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

imparting vitality and energy

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

plural of “report” — a written document describing the findings of some individual or group

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

precisely, exactly

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

move by turning over or rotating

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

depleted of energy, force, or strength

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

declared as fact; explicitly stated

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

apparatus used to communicate at a distance over a wire (usually in Morse code)

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

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

From this reading ABOVE THE CLOUDS Mr. Griggs, the American consul at Aden, proved an affable, pleasant entertainer.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

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

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

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

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

precisely as stated

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

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

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

at the time that

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

in or at the place that

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

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

From this reading After the meal, which was very appetizing and refreshing, they spent a short time preparing their reports to the _Daily Independent_, and then accompanied their host to the post-office, where the letter and roll of films were mailed.

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading His little wife was also very genial and painstaking for their comforts, declaring at their protests that she was doing no more for them than she had done for the other flyers when they came through, a short time before.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading The couple had two children, a boy and a girl, and both of these plied the boys with innumerable questions about their journey, expressing the greatest interest and excitement when they worked out of Paul the story of the adventure with the gorilla and python.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.

the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose

From this reading At the telegraph office they received a pleasant surprise in the shape of a message from Mr. Giddings, which stated their reports were coming in to the newspaper all right, and that the greatest interest was being manifested in them by the world in general and by New York people in particular.