The Meeting
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"Move the treasurer's apology be accepted," said a voice.
"Move we adjourn," said another voice.
"Wait—wait!" cried the chairman. "We must elect our officers for the coming year."
"Move the same officers be continued," said the last speaker.
"Second the emotion," said the tall man.
It was carried, unanimously but without emotion.
Then Jarrod arose to his feet, to the evident surprise of the assemblage.
"Mr. President and ladies and gentlemen," he began, in his rich, resonant voice.
The president bowed.
"Mr.—er—er"
"Jarrod."
"Mr. Jarrod has the floor."
"I am a newcomer here," said Jarrod, "and have recently bought the cottage known as 'Lake View.' With
