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Katherine hastened to obey , and summoned the servant to assist him , as usual . The next morning was cold and wet , with showers of sleet , and Mr. Liddell declared he had taken a chill , and refused to get up . He was indisposed to eat , and did not show any interest in the newspaper . About noon the doctor called . Mr. Liddell answered his questions civilly enough , but did not respond to his attempts at conversation . `` Your uncle is in a very low condition , '' said the doctor , when he came into the next room , where Katherine awaited him . `` You must do your best to make him take nourishment , and keep him as warm as possible .