“In what part of the city?”
“In Eleventh Street, sir—on the East Side.”
“Well, you appear like a bright boy. Are you ambitious to work your way up in a solid, reliable business?”
“Yes, sir, I am; and banking is just what I would like.”
“And you are willing to work hard?”
“Yes, sir, I think I could satisfy you that I am.”
“What is your age?”
“I am seventeen years old.”
“Have you ever worked in any business house?”
“Yes, I have had two years’ experience in business.”