The press is always ready to print interesting stories about people, without inquiring too closely into their authenticity.

Curiously enough we found that an invitation to call at our office usually availed to bring the most exemplary citizens without delay.

I can remember not more than three who had the courage to refuse.

Most came, as it were, on the run.

Others made a bluff at righteous indignation.
All, in the end, paid up--and paid well.