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How would Sletherby gain from his friendship with Honoria Saltpen–Jago? - English

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How would Sletherby gain from his friendship with Honoria Saltpen–Jago?

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Mr. Philip Sletherby’s hostess was a person of social importance in London, especially of considerable importance in the Chalkshire. He pinned his hopes on her recommendations to get a ticket to contest the MP election in the eastern division of Chalkshire. One of his club acquaintances assured him that Mrs.Saltpen-Jago had a reputation of being an excellent hostess. 

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अध्याय 2.3: A Shot in the Dark - Exercises [पृष्ठ ६३]

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अध्याय 2.3 A Shot in the Dark
Exercises | Q 1. b. | पृष्ठ ६३

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