For the present, they need only serve our own depositors who are located outside of Middletown proper. I am willing to do this work."
"Excellent," said the State official.
"You may announce it, then," said Judge. "On Monday, I intend to supplement our present organization with new employees. I prefer, however, to avoid hiring any who were workers for the County National. While Hubert Salisbury is undoubtedly the man responsible for thefts in that institution, nevertheless, it would be best to create an entirely new staff of workers, rather than take on any who were associated with the defunct bank."
"I agree with you, Mr. Traver," said Bronlon.
"How will you arrange it?" asked the mayor.
"My cashier and my two tellers are capable, trustworthy men," replied Judge. "I shall relieve them of their present duties, and send them to survey the field. I intend to roll up my sleeves, gentlemen, and handle the cashier's work myself. I have selected certain men among the clerical staff whom I can insert as capable tellers."
"Whatever you suggest, Mr. Traver," said the State official. "We rely entirely upon your judgment. You speak of rolling up your sleeves. You have done that already. Your service in this crisis has been marvelous. The assets of the Trust Company — seemingly inexhaustible — have sustained confidence. The whole district owes you a debt of gratitude—"
The speaker stopped as a servant entered. The man looked toward Bronlon, who asked what was wanted.
"It's Mr. Best, sir," announced the flunky. "He came with the truck, and everything has been unloaded as you instructed. He asked if you wanted to see him—"
"Best, eh?" Bronlon laughed. "Tell him to come in." He turned to the others in explanation.