He said that he could appoint you at once, as young Houghton, a district superintendent, was killed three weeks ago, in an affair with the bush rangers up country.

He said he was very glad to hear of someone likely to make a good officer, to fill his place.

So if you make up your mind to be a constable, the place is ready for you." "Thank you very much, sir," Reuben said, "I was thinking the matter over last night, and quite made up my mind to accept the place you were kind enough to offer me, if you think me fit to fill it." "I have no fear on that score, Reuben.

I am sure you will do credit to my recommendation.

So then, we may consider that as settled." "There," grumbled Mr.Hudson, "that's just like you, Wilson; you upset all my plans.