THE GIANT RAT OF SUMATRA.

"That is right, Mr. Holmes", Banner said. Holmes was far less particular about his sleep than I. He kept irregular hours. "Be on guard, Watson", Holmes whispered. Was it the large trophy animals that tipped you, Mr. Holmes, if I might ask?" "That put a period at the end of the matter", agreed Holmes. "Watson", Holmes said quietly, "One of the things I cherish so much about you is the absence of vulgar prejudices on your part. [Extracted from the article]