And my Selectman's job is another.

I fought for that, not so much for the honor, or whatever you call it, but because--well, because I wanted to show 'em that I could get it if I set out to.

I don't presume likely you can understand that feelin'." "I think I can," I answered.

"Mr.Colton gave about the same reason for his determination to close the Lane.

You and he seem to be a good deal alike, after all." He looked at me from beneath his bushy brows.