"I am as certain of what I state as ever an engineer can be of anything." "If we were alone," thought Don Luis Montez, exultantly, "I would take off my hat to this young Gringo, Reade.

He is a far more accomplished liar than I can ever hope to be.

And these Americanos are becoming convinced all ready." "Do you agree with your associate, Hazelton ?" inquired Mr.Ellsworth.
"Absolutely," Harry proposed.

"I have been watching Tom Reade to see if he was making the statement emphatic enough to suit my ideas.
Gentlemen, the property we have staked off on this map is a good investment one that will soon make the American financial markets ring." "I'm satisfied, on Reade and Hazelton's report," declared Mr.Haynes.
"I know these young men, and I'd trust my life or my fortune to their honesty or their judgment alike." "I'm satisfied, too," nodded Ellsworth.
"I can say the same," nodded Mr.Hippen.
"Then we hardly need to look or inquire further," laughed another of the intending investors, pleasantly.
From this will be seen how much frequently depends upon the reputation of an engineering firm for honor and judgment.

In New York City, downtown, is an almost dingy suite of offices.