And so, by these Providences of God--the phrase is the government's, not mine--we are a World Power; and are glad and proud, and have a back seat in the family. MarkTwain's equipment was equal to his occasions. The house was emptier that winter than before, for Susy was at Bryn Mawr. Clemens had a similar scheme in mind now, andbelieved that his friendship with Speaker Cannon-- Uncle Joe --wouldobtain for him a similar privilege.
The others saw her go toward the steamer-landing, but made noinquiries as to her destination. Once, writingto Jean, he asked:What is your favorite piece of music, dear? Mine is Beethoven's FifthSymphony. Interest? Why, it is impossible to feel an interest in these bloodless shams, these milk-&-water humbugs. I never go to any trouble for anybody --a statement which all who heardit, and all his multitude of readers in every land, stood ready to deny.
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