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A poor London cashier, working hard for 40 years for his company, tries for 6 long hard months for a literary competition prize of £100 annuity, much needed by his family. At last he recovers a letter telling him he has won and only discovers it is a cruel practical joke after spending the rent on new books, clothes and tea. Moving tale. (PB)
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From 'Queer Stories' in London Truth, published by Special Arrangement with the Proprietor. (PB)
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