“Is the pin worth eight dollars?” questioned Carrow, doubtfully.
“Certainly. Would you rather have five dollars in cash? That is what they cost direct from the manufacturers. Many jewellers sell them for double the money.”
It will be noticed that the swindler did not say he would give five dollars for the pin, although he led Carrow to believe he would.
This remark made the old farmer feel good.
“N-no; I’ll keep the pin.”
“Very well. Try again? Remember, only one dollar for five.”
“Well, I dun no,” and Carrow scratched his head.
“Let me show you something.” The swindler pretended to shake up the box of envelopes. “How is this?”
He drew out an envelope. The number inside was fifty, and this called for the watch said to be worth fifty dollars.
“Gosh!” murmured Carrow, in admiration. “I wish I had drew it.”