"Quite a few new fellows here this term," said Fred, who was present. "I understand that all of the new dormitories that were built in the wing this summer will be filled up."
"That shows the school is growing popular," answered the young major.
"Jack, aren't you afraid somebody will try to get your position away from you?" went on Fred.
"What do you mean, Fred? Try to be elected major?"
"Yes."
"Well, some of the fellows deserve the position. Bart Connors, the captain of Company B, would make a fine major, and so would Henry Lee, the captain of Company A. And Sergeant Dave Kearney is a good fellow who deserves promotion."
"Then you don't care so much for the position?"
"Oh, yes, I do care. But I realize that it isn't fair to be major all the time. I'm willing to step down and give the other fellows a show."
"But not a fellow like Reff Ritter, or that Dan Baxter you told me about."