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A DOG FUNERAL.

The hearts of some women are opened only by the force of canine charms. For instance: A Russian countess living in Paris felt it necessary to try a change of air. The chief companion of her journeys was a little dog, which she carried in her muff, her sleeves, or her pocket. At Milan, Toto, the pet, died. His mistress invited all the small dogs in Milan to the funeral. Three hundred mourners appeared, and each was supplied with a pall covered with silver tears. After the ceremony the three hundred were invited to partake of the funeral baked meats, but here good conduct and philosophy failed them, and the feast broke up abruptly. The riot act had to be enforced, but not until one of the guests had been torn to pieces between the soup and the dessert.

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Westport Times, Volume VIII, Issue 1148, 6 February 1874, Page 4

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A DOG FUNERAL. Westport Times, Volume VIII, Issue 1148, 6 February 1874, Page 4

A DOG FUNERAL. Westport Times, Volume VIII, Issue 1148, 6 February 1874, Page 4

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