"I am sorry you did not give him the first chance." "Conrad wouldn't have suited me," said Mrs.Hamilton bluntly.
"Perhaps I may not be competent," suggested Ben modestly.
"We can tell better after trying you," said his patroness.

"As for Conrad, I have obtained a position for him.

He is to enter the offices of Jones & Woodhull, on Pearl Street, to-morrow.

You will take an early breakfast, Conrad, for it will be necessary for you to be at the office at eight o'clock." "How much am I to get ?" asked Conrad.
"Four dollars a week.

I shall let you have all this in lieu of the weekly allowance I pay you, but will provide you with clothing, as heretofore, so that this will keep you liberally supplied with pocket money." "Conrad's brow cleared.