But, as an extra percentage for "organizing the force," I demanded a concert seat.

Choice seats were going at a fabulous figure and Barnum at first demurred.

But I told him I was a musical student, stood my ground, and, perhaps seeing something unusual in the eager spirit of a little boy, he gave in and the bargain was struck.
Two of my pals became my assistants.

But my sales beat both of them hollow.

Before the concert began I had sold my programs and was in my seat.