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Poor and Proud

CHAPTER XVII
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I have often felt that those who cheat us are the real sufferers.

I would a good deal rather be cheated than cheat myself." "You are right, Katy; and that is a Christian view of the subject.

I suppose we are in duty bound to keep these girls as honest as we can." "What is your plan, mother ?" asked Katy.
"We will sell them the candy, instead of employing them to sell it for us." "But they won't pay us." "Let them pay in advance.

We will sell them the candy at eight cents a dozen.

Any girl who wants two dozen sticks, must bring sixteen cents." "I don't believe we can find any customers." "We can try it.


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