Life is difficult for the Shimerdas, but they never complain. A'ntonia tells Jim about the Russians, Pavel and Peter, whom her father has met and befriended. Pavel is said to be an anarchist and is bulky and knotty looking. Peter is short and fat, seems to be friendly, and goes to the local church. Jim and A'ntonia decide to go and meet with them. They catch Peter while he is doing laundry. Peter explains.....
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