I am truly glad and grateful, John, that at last you want to settle, and have got such an entirely satisfactory place.

Most boys begin much earlier; but I don't believe in sending them out to face the world so young, just when body and soul need home care and watchfulness.

Now you are a man, and must begin your life for yourself.

Do your best, and be as honest, useful, and happy as your father, and I won't care about making a fortune.' 'I'll try, mother.

Couldn't have a better chance; for Tiber & Co.