CHAPTER XIX.
THE UNLUCKY MINER Joe brought out some cold meat and bread and butter, and set it before his guest.
"The fire's gone out," he said, "or I would give you some tea.

Here is a glass of milk, if you like it." "Thank you, boy," said his visitor.

"Milk is good enough for anybody.

One thing I can say, I've steered clear of liquor.

A brother of mine was intemperate and that was a warning to me.