He began to look upon himself as a part of the moneyed world as, indeed, he was! "Telegram for Mr.Reade," called one of the two camp operators, coming forward.
Tom tore the envelope open, then stared at the following message: "Reade, Chief Engineer.
"Have complaint from merchants of Paloma that you have effectually stopped the men from spending any money in the town.

Not our policy to make enemies of the towns along our line.

Explain immediately.
"(Signed) ELLSWORTH, "General Manager." "Hmmm!" smiled Tom, then passed the message over to Superintendent Hawkins.
"Your newly made enemies have gotten after you quickly, Sir," commented the superintendent grimly.
"Yes," nodded Tom.

"And, of course, I can't follow any course that isn't approved by the general manager.

I'll wire him the truth and see what he has to say.