I've written to Colt and Adams, of Boston, and accepted their offer.

You had your chance and didn't see fit to take it.
That's all.

I'm sorry." Simeon was angry; also a trifle skeptical.
"Mr.Williams," he demanded, "do you mean to tell me that THEM people have agreed to move you cheaper'n I can ?" "Their price--their actual price may be no lower; but considering their up-to-date outfit and--er--progressive methods, they're cheaper.

Yes.
Morning, Phinney." He turned on his heel and walked off.

Mr.Phinney, crestfallen and angrier than ever, moved on to where the depot master stood waiting for him.