And Mr.Daley hoped the boys would get on swimmingly and become very fond of Brimfield.
"I--ah--I want you to feel that I am ready and anxious to help you at any time, fellows.

I--ah--want you to look on me as--ah--as a big brother and come to me in your--ah--perplexities and troubles, should you have any, and of course there are bound to be--ah--little worries at first.

One has to accustom oneself to any--ah--new environment.

Don't hesitate to call on me for advice or assistance.

Sometimes an older head--ah--you see what I mean ?" Steve replied that they did and thanked him and, with Tom crowding at his heels, withdrew.
"He's a funny dub," confided Steve, as they made their way up to the next floor.