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to take the order. "The head wanted to take it, but I held onto it, sir. I didn't know what Mr. Forbes it was—" He paused interrogatively. Wade smiled and handed him a two dollar bill.
"Thanks, captain. It's Mr. Forbes of Lone Mesa. Don't forget."
"No, sir. Thank you, sir. Mr. Forbes of Longacre. Very good, sir. And what will you order, sir? The caviare Astrikan is very nice, sir."
"Want some caviare Astrikan, Dave?" inquired Wade gravely.
"Huh?"
"No, we'll pass that up, I think," said Wade. "My friend's a vegetarian. Bring two cups of gumbo, four French chops with peas, an order of celery, asparagus—hot with French dressing—, two demi-tasse, toasted crackers and Camembert."
The captain pursed his lips.
"I wouldn't advise the Camembert, Mr. Forbes. It's out of season."
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