He has found another place, which he can have if he can get a testimonial." "Let him ask Sands & Co." "They won't give him one, because they are so angry with him for leaving them." "That indeed!" "Master Simon wants you to give him one," continued Katy, who, in her confusion was jumping at the conclusion of the matter rather too hastily, and before she had produced a proper impression in regard to her hero's transcendent character and ability.
"Does he, indeed," laughed the mayor.

"He is very modest." "He said, as you are his friend, you would not object to giving him one." "What have you in your hand, Katy?
Has he written one to save me the trouble ?" laughed the mayor.
"I asked him to do so.

You can copy it off, if you please, sir." The mayor took the testimonial and proceeded to read it.

Katy had already concluded from his manner that the business was not all correct, and she wished herself out of the scrape.

He finished the reading, and then burst into a violent fit of laughter.
"Your friend is very modest, Katy;--my friend Mr.Simon Sneed." "I hope I haven't done anything wrong, sir ?" stammered Katy.
"No, Katy; you have been imposed upon by a silly young man.