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We saw and heard them . For the other part of the seance we have come to a conclusion satisfactory to ourselves , a conclusion not reached , however , until some of us had gone through some dangerous experiences , and had been brought into contact with things hitherto outside the orderly progression of our lives . But at no time , although incredible things happened , did any one of us glimpse that strange world of the spirit that seemed so often almost within our range of vision . Miss Jeremy , the medium , was due at 8:30 and at 8:20 my wife assisted Mrs. Dane into one of the straight chairs at the table , and Sperry , sent out by her , returned with a darkish bundle in his arms , and carrying a light bamboo rod . `` Do n't ask me what they are for , '' he said to Herbert 's grin of amusement . `` Every workman has his tools . '' Herbert examined the rod , but it was what it appeared to be , and nothing else .