Locally he really was "celebrate" and Uncle John was assured on all sides that he was fortunate to get so intelligent and experienced a chauffeur as this same Wampus.
"He seems to have instinctive knowledge of all machinery," said one informant, "and can handle perfectly any car that is made.

The only trouble with the fellow is that he is conceited." "I've noticed that," returned Mr.Merrick.
"Another thing," said the gentleman; "don't believe implicitly all that Wampus tells you.

He has a habit of imagining things.

But he is a faithful, honest fellow, for all that, and will handle your car better than any other man you could get in Denver--or anywhere in the West, I imagine." So Wampus was engaged, and putting the man's references and indorsements all together Mr.Merrick felt that he had gained a prize.
When the big Major, returning from his drive, escorted Myrtle Dean to the elevator, the girl was joyously using her new crutches.

Patsy and Beth met her and said they had important news to communicate.