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"I'm much obliged to you, Peter," said Booge after a minute, "but I'm afraid I can't stay. I got a telegram saying Caruso's got a cold and I've got to go to New York and sing grand opry."
"You 're real welcome to stay," said Peter, warming his hands over the stove. "I'd like you to stay. That feller is sure to come back."