It was the talk of the town, the pride of the market-place, Lorne Murchison's having been selected to accompany what was known as the Cruickshank deputation to England.

The general spirit of congratulation was corrected by a tendency to assert it another proof of sagacity on the chairman's part; Elgin wouldn't be too flattered; Lawyer Cruickshank couldn't have done better.

You may be sure the Express was well ahead with it.

"Honour to Our Young Fellow Townsman.

A Well-Merited Compliment," and Rawlins was round promptly next morning to glean further particulars.