But, as the thing might break, and I don't like concerns I don't understand, I have not taken advantage of his very handsome proposals.

Now, Plaskwith wrote me word, two days ago, that he wanted a genteel, smart lad, as assistant and 'prentice, and offered to take my eldest boy; but we can't spare him.

I write to Christopher by this post; and if your youth will run down on the top of the coach, and inquire for Mr.Plaskwith--the fare is trifling--I have no doubt he will be engaged at once.

But you will say, 'There's the premium to consider!' No such thing; Kit will set off the premium against his debt to me; so you will have nothing to pay.

'Tis a very pretty business; and the lad's education will get him on; so that's off your mind.