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A BAD MAN SUDDENLY DISAPPEARS.
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said. "But the Kanakas don't seem to keep many stores or shops."

"No, the natives prefer working outdoors, if they work at all," said Dan. "I got that from the doctor. A good many of them would rather spend their time in fishing, hunting small game, or in lying in the sun sleeping or day-dreaming."

"Well, it's certainly an ideal spot for day-dreaming," I concluded. "No wonder some folks call the islands the Paradise of the Pacific."