The Chinese Parrot (Charlie Chan Detective Series) — page 139: what you’re looking at

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ee. beneath me I can think myself on familiar Honolulu streets again." They climbed between the mountains, and before them lay the soft glory of a desert sunset. Ignoring the rough road, Chan threw the throttle wide. "Wow, Charlie," cried Eden, as his head nearly pierced the top. "What's the idea?" "Pardon, please," said Chan, slowing a bit. "No good, I guess. For a minute I think maybe this little car can bounce the homesick feeling from my heart." 139 comiicboeoe S CO