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He could show the litui with their carved clarions the twisted cornua the tuba, a trumpet so long and taper, the concha wound by Tritons and eke the buccina, a short and brattling horn. Belliston Graeme was an enthusiastic musician; and was in this peculiar, that he loved the science for its simplicity.
As Mr. Belliston Graeme was much talked of in his day, it may not be amiss to say a few words regarding him. He was an only child, and at an early age lost his parents. The expense of his education was defrayed by a wealthy uncle, the second partner in a celebrated banking house.
He had been dining with Mr. Belliston Graeme, who possessed a villa in the neighbourhood. Tempted by the beauty of the night, he dismissed his carriage, and, turning from the high road, took a by-path which led to the city. The air was serene and mild. The moon-light was sufficiently clear to chase away night's dank vapours.
At Bath he was again doomed to be disappointed, for his friend had gone to Clifton. Sir Henry dined that day with Mr. Belliston Graeme; and on returning to the hotel, had the interview with Oliver Delancey, that has been described in the thirteenth chapter of our first volume. On the succeeding morning, Delme was with the future trustee; and finally arranged the affair to his entire satisfaction.
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