"As a last resort, your father tried to mortgage our house, but when his title to the property was examined, it was found there was some flaw in the deed.
"Your father insisted some one had tampered with the records, but to no avail.
"Refused money on all sides, there was nothing left for him to do and he was forced into bankruptcy."
In silence Fred digested the story for several minutes.
"I don't see how they can call father dishonest for that. He certainly wouldn't change the deed," he said finally.
"That is the part I don't understand. They said your father had some money on deposit in the Baxter National Bank, which had been withdrawn before Mr. Montgomery could attach it."
"They mean father is hiding this money?"
"Yes."
"But why shouldn't he withdraw it?"
"The law says a bankrupt must not dispose of nor conceal any property from his creditors."