I think it's the best paper in town, and advertisers tell me that they get excellent returns from it." Here he caught Witherspoon's eye and hastened to add: "Still, I believe that your place is with us in the store.

You could soon make yourself master of every detail." "But we will not talk about that now," Witherspoon spoke up.
"Of course not; but I merely mentioned it to show my belief in your son's abilities." The footman appeared at the door.

"Two gentlemen wish to see Mr.
Brooks." "Who are they ?" Witherspoon asked.
"Wouldn't give me their names, sir." "Some of the boys from the club," said Brooks.

"Well, I must bid you good evening." "There was something I wanted to say to you," the merchant remarked, walking down the hall with him.
Henry did not get up, but he listened eagerly.

Presently he heard Witherspoon exclaim: "Great God!" And a moment later the merchant came rushing back.
"Where is my hat ?" he cried.