Heart trouble bothered him, and he once found the little paint-pot almost too heavy to lift, but he never considered stopping.

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In about five minutes, when the pot releases its perfume, give a shake and lift the lid.

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Swish the clams gently in the water and let soak for a few minutes, then lift them out with a wire-mesh skimmer and place them in the other pot of cold water.

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