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On quitting Dr. Byrom's house, Atherton proceeded quickly along Old Mill Gate towards the market-place.
This street, one of the oldest and busiest in the town, presented a very unwonted appearance -- several of the shops being shut, while carts half-filled with goods were standing at the doors, showing that the owners were removing their property.