He examined the contents of his wallet.
How many pounds did a dress-suit cost in this hurly-burly country?
This question could be answered only in one way.

He hastened out into the hall, put on his hat, made for the subway, and got out directly opposite the offices of Killigrew and Company, sugar, coffee and spices.

London-bred, it did not take him long to find his way about.
The racket disturbed him; that was all.
The building in which Killigrew and Company had its offices belonged to Killigrew personally.

It had cost him a round million to build, but the office-rentals were making it a fine investment.

These ornate office-buildings caused Thomas to marvel unceasingly.