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Getting Acquainted at the Farrington Cottage on Black Lake
Bob Heaton recounts a relaxed visit with the Farringtons at their cottage on Black Lake. He describes informal hospitality, Nell Farrington’s charm, and the ease of becoming better acquainted, contrasting polished manners with genuine countryside warmth. The tale blends social satire with a hometown exchange and ends with an unrelated ad and a quiz on education.
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Bob
Parringtons
Black Lake
Jenny
Farmingtons
Nell
Sam
Rob
Farring
Jessie
Miss Farrington
Pert
Bert
Mr. Farrington
Heaton
Lon Somehurst
Miss Winter's