What will you do for him, McNutt, to expend this money properly ?" "Bless't if I know!" answered the man, his eyes bulging with a helpless look.

"What 'n thunder _kin_ I do, Bob ?" West smiled.
"I don't wish to interfere in business matters," said he, "but it is plainly evident that the new owner wishes the farm house put into such shape that it will be comfortable for a man accustomed to modern luxuries.

You don't know much about such things, Mac, and Mr.Merrick has made a blunder in employing your services in such a delicate matter.
But do the best you can.

Ride across to the Wegg place and look it over.
Then get Taft, the carpenter, to fix up whatever is necessary.

I'll sell you the lumber and nails, and you've got more money than you can probably use.