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As a result , only the milk passes inwardly through the inner tube , and is discharged downwardly through the duct -LRB- J -RRB- , whereas the cream passes out through the small tubes -LRB- K -RRB- . The quest for a supply of vegetables was now a part of the daily occupation of some in the colony , as the garden had not yet advanced to that stage where anything could be gotten from it . One morning John was missing , and there was a great deal of speculation as to his disappearance . Before noon he reappeared , carrying in his arms as large a quantity of vegetables as he could carry . Harry was the first to see and welcome him . He recognized beets and was delighted to find that John understood what they were after . When the Professor was informed , he gave a hearty welcome , and John seemed to recognize that his efforts were appreciated .