He was dapper, inclined to noticeable clothing--a pair of striped trousers, a white vest, a black cutaway coat and a high silk hat.

His markedly ornamental shoes were always polished to perfection, and his immaculate appearance gave him the nickname of "The Dude" among some.

Nevertheless he was quite able on a small scale, and was well liked by many.
His two closest associates, Messrs.

Thomas Wycroft and Jacob Harmon, were rather less attractive and less brilliant.

Jacob Harmon was a thick wit socially, but no fool financially.