The old man would not be able to understand that no bribe within human reach would tempt him to remain in Newbern Center; nor did he wish to be established on a sound basis anywhere else.

He did not wish to be established at all.
"I'm much obliged," he said at last, "but I guess I won't trouble you and your son in any way.

You see, I kind of like to live round and see things and go places--I don't know that I can explain it exactly." "We have even thought you might like to acquire the journal on which you are now employed," said Gideon.

"We understand it can be bought; we stand ready to purchase it and make it over to you." "Any country newspaper can always be bought any time," said Dave.

"Their owners always want to sell, and it's mighty kind of you and your son, but--well, I just couldn't settle down to be a country editor.