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When Clark recovered from his surprise and got a good look at Herb he noticed that he was somewhat older than he had been when he had dropped him off. The Herb that had dropped him off had in fact been the 1912 incarnation whereas this was the 1917 version. “Herb, I was getting worried that you wouldn’t be here. What happened to your Time Sled?"
Herb, so nice of you to drop in! Clark, Steve Jobs isn't the only person who believes in upgrades and improvements. Herb, with a little help from his time travelers pals, has a new device to cavort around the time continuum.