"I don't believe, sir, that you'll find any fault with the way matters have gone forward." "Let me see the latest reports," urged Mr.Newnham.
"Certainly, sir, if you'll come into the head-quarters tent." Leading the way into the tent where Harry Hazelton and his draughting force were at work, Tom announced: "Gentlemen, Mr.Newnham, president of the S.B.

& L., wishes to look over the reports and the maps with me.

You may lay off until called back to work." As the others filed out of the tent, Tom made Harry a sign to remain.

Then the three went over the details of what the field survey party was doing.
"From all I can see," remarked President Newnham, "you have done wonderfully well, Reade.

I can certainly find no fault with Tim Thurston for recommending that you be placed in charge.