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MEDA:

The light came from a disc in the ceiling, and the Recorder explained that by pulling a string that hung by the wall I could reduce the light at will. This was effected by closing a louvre that was arranged to cover the luminous disc. I had previously noticed that the reception-room was lighted in the same way. He said "Good-night," and feeling tired I lay down and slept the sleep of the just, not even waiting to undress.