Mr.Bullsom had entrusted a small case to him, and found him capable and cheap.

Amongst that worthy gentleman's chief characteristics was a decided weakness for patronizing younger and less successful men, and he went everywhere with Kingston Brooks' name on his lips.

Then came the election, and the sudden illness of Mr.Morrison, who had always acted as agent for the Radical candidates for the borough.

Another agent had to be found.

Several who would have been suitable were unavailable.