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This page centers on a humorous essay about author Mark Twain's household pets—specifically his peculiar preference for cats over dogs. The satire depicts Twain living in temporary quarters in Tuxedo, New York, while his Connecticut villa is being constructed, and keeping a rented trio of well-bred cats that never disturb the peace. The essay contrasts this with his absolute refusal to own dogs, noting they paw furniture and bark. The author quotes various literary figures (Maurice Maeterlinck and others) before reaching the humorous conclusion that for Twain, it's simply "Love me, love my cats." The cartoon illustrates Twain's refined sensibilities—he demands civilized companions, not the noisy, enthusiastic dogs that most people keep. This likely reflected actual attitudes among the era's intellectual elite. The page is primarily advertisements (liqueur, chocolate, pens, stables) surrounding this central essay.

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