I may have to wait some months." "And, in the meantime, you are willing to undertake some other employment ?" "I am not only willing, but shall feel very fortunate to obtain work of any kind.

I have no objection to any honest employment." Mr.Merriam reflected a moment.
"Just at present," he said, "I have nothing better to offer you than the position of porter.

If that will suit you, you can enter upon its duties to-morrow." "I shall be very glad to undertake it, sir.

Anything is better than idleness." "As to the compensation, that shall be the same that you have been accustomed to earn by your trade--two dollars a day." "I only received that in the best times," said Timothy, conscientiously.
"Your services as porter will be worth that amount, and I will cheerfully pay it.

I will expect you to-morrow morning at eight, if you can be here at that time." "I will be here promptly." "You are married, I suppose ?" said the merchant, inquiringly.
"Yes, sir; I am blessed with a good wife." "I am glad of that.