It had to come." "It is a long story, Dad, and I shan't worry you with the details.

As you know, after leaving us, Tony went from one job to another with the curve steadily downwards.

For the last few months, I gather, he has been living on his wits, helped out by generous contributions from his sister's wages.

Finally he was given a subordinate position under 'The Great War Veterans' who have really been very decent to him.

This position involved the handling of funds--no great amount.