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TOM SWIFT IN THE CITY OF GOLD
Andy and his father are on this steamer we want to know it."
"That's right," agreed Ned.
Just then there was the usual cry:
"All ashore that's going ashore! Last warning!"
A bell rang, there was a hoarse whistle, the rattle of the gangplank being drawn in, a quiver through the whole length of the ship, and Tom cried:
"We're off!"
"Yes," added Ned, "if Andy and his father are here it's too late to leave them behind now!"
