2 would be stiff enough; he might even have to knock a few dollars off from that.
"Most things is high in Millville," he faltered, "an' wages has gone up jest terr'ble.

The boys don't seem to wanter do nuthin' without big pay." "That is the case everywhere," responded Mr.Merrick, thoughtfully; "and between us, McNutt, I'm glad wages are better in these prosperous times.
The man who works by the day should be well paid, for he has to pay well for his living.

Adequately paid labor is the foundation of all prosperity." Peggy smiled cheerfully.

He was glad he had had the forethought to bring Bill No.

1 along with him.
"Hosses is high, too," he remarked, complacently, "an' lumber an' nails is up.