from The Innocence of Father Brown (1911)
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Part 1: A Marriage Proposal:
A young artist orders coffee and cake in a north London cafe.
Before the girl could turn away he added, "Also, I want you to marry me."
Part 2: Laura’s Story:
Laura tells her story of two young men competing for her hand in marriage in a sleepy village.
Part 3: Himalaya Mansion: Another threatening message. Angus involves Father Brown
Part 4: Conclusion:
Smythe disappears. Father Brown solves the mystery
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