He had fought Belloc and his son Fabian successfully; he had laid new plans and strengthened his position.
Tarboe coming into the business had made all the difference to him.
Tarboe had imagination, skill and decision, he seldom lost his temper; he kept a strong hand upon himself.

His control of men was marvellous; his knowledge of finance was instinctive; his capacity for organization was rare, and he had health unbounded and serene.

It was hard to tell what were the principles controlling Tarboe--there was always an element of suspicion in his brown and brilliant eyes.

Yet he loved work.

The wind of energy seemed to blow through his careless hair.