Anybody from that district will tell you all about Alton of Somasco.

Now you'll take the dollars, and if you hear of me hanging round this city you can send them back to me." The man appeared dubious, but finally nodded.

"I'll make an exception in your case," he said.

"The fact is, I'm sorry for Miss Townshead, because I fancy it is desirable that she should secure an appointment of any kind as soon as possible." Alton went out contented, having, so he fancied, somewhat skilfully obtained Townshead's address, and found Seaforth awaiting him.
"They could, if I am an apt pupil, turn me out proficient for anything in three months," he said.
Alton laughed.

"They'll have to do it in less, and we'll find a use for all they've taught you by and by," he said.