Chapter XX · Everet Makes a Startling Discovery

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

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

be present or associated with an event or entity

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

later than; following

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

(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 Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

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

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

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From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading There was no sign of any grave there now; every trace of it had disappeared.

-ing form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

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

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

move up and down repeatedly

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

The middle point or core of an area.

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

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

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

wood of any of various cypress trees especially of the genus Cupressus

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

an open river valley (in a hilly area)

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

past form of “designate” — assign a name or title to

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey)

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

past form of “disappear” — get lost, as without warning or explanation

From this reading There was no sign of any grave there now; every trace of it had disappeared.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading There was no sign of any grave there now; every trace of it had disappeared.

well known or easily recognized

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

set up or found

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

death of a person

From this reading There was no sign of any grave there now; every trace of it had disappeared.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

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

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

only a very short time before

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

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

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

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

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

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

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

something (usually a supporting document) that is enclosed in an envelope with a covering letter

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

written (by handwriting, printing, engraving, or carving) on or in a surface

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

a native or inhabitant of Italy

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

set down according to a plan

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

a hard crystalline metamorphic rock that takes a high polish; used for sculpture and as building material

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

attach a tag or label to

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

a republic in southern North America; became independent from Spain in 1810

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

laborer who works in a mine

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

plural of “mine” — excavation in the earth from which ores and minerals are extracted

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

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

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

not any; not one

From this reading There was no sign of any grave there now; every trace of it had disappeared.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

on one occasion

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

past form of “overshadow” — be greater in significance than

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal)

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

just preceding something else in time or order

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

free of extraneous elements of any kind

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

be fully aware or cognizant of

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

the extended spatial location of something

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

not tired; refreshed as by sleeping or relaxing

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

Identical; not different.

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

except for; apart from

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

established or decided beyond dispute or doubt

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

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

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)

From this reading There was no sign of any grave there now; every trace of it had disappeared.

having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

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

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

having a supporting base

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

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

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There was no sign of any grave there now; every trace of it had disappeared.

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

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

an old word meaning “to that place”

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

very lively and profitable

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

very small

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

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

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

a just detectable amount

From this reading There was no sign of any grave there now; every trace of it had disappeared.

a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

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

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading There was nothing save a simple head-stone of pure Italian marble, with the single name “Annie” inscribed upon it, standing in the center of the inclosure, to mark the spot where she had been laid.

impressive by reason of age

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

past form of “visit” — go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

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

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

at the time that

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

in or at the place that

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

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

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.

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From this reading It was settled that Everet Mapleson was to accompany Bob Whittaker, the miner, to the mines of New Mexico, and two days after the conversation related in the previous chapter found them on their way thither.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Everet looked about the town with a great deal of interest, after which he visited the tiny plot where, overshadowed by a venerable cypress tree, all that remained of beautiful Annie Dale rested.

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

From this reading Arriving at their destination, about a week later, they found that what had been a small camp in those early days, when Bob Whittaker had worked for Captain Dale, was now a thriving village, or “city,” as the place was designated in that region, and the miner could hardly realize that it was the same place which had once been so familiar to him.