And there was one other whom Dickson recognized with peculiar joy--the bagman in the provision line of business whom he had met three days before at Kilchrist.
The recognition was mutual.

"Mr.McCunn!" the bagman exclaimed.

"My, but that was running it fine! I hope you've had a pleasant holiday, sir ?" "Very pleasant.

I've been spending two nights with friends down hereaways.

I've been very fortunate in the weather, for it has broke just when I'm leaving." Dickson sank back on the hard cushions.