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I was forced to come here first and get a little money . I shall fix myself in some other big town , far away from London -- Liverpool or Manchester , perhaps ; and see what employment I can get into , but I must have something to live upon till I can get it . I do n't possess a penny piece , '' he added , drawing out his trousers pockets for the inspection of Mr. Carlyle . `` The last coppers , I had , three pence , I spent in bread and cheese and half a pint of beer at midday . I have been outside that window for more than an hour , sir . '' `` Indeed ! '' `` And as I neared West Lynne I began to think what I should do .