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"Please do not preach to-day," said Nell, raising her eyes imploringly to Jim's face.
"Nellie, I must conduct the services as usual. I can not shirk my duty, nor let these renegades see I fear to face them."
"I have such a queer feeling. I am afraid. I don't want to be left alone. Please do not leave me."
Jim strode nervously up and down t