He was well-behaved, diligent, and attentive.

As he advanced in years, his steady and steadfast conduct showed that he could be trusted.

Young fellows like this always make their way in life; for character invariably tells, not only in securing respect, but in commanding confidence.

Parker was promoted from one post to another, until he was at length appointed overseer over the entire establishment.
A circumstance shortly after occurred which enabled Mr.Clowes to advance him, though greatly to his own inconvenience, to another important post.

The Syndics of Cambridge were desirous that Mr.Clowes should go down there to set their printing-office in order; they offered him 400L.