"Oh, no; I came from Bavaria."
"At what age?"
"I was twenty."
"Did you go to America with your parents?"
"No. I was alone."
"You still have your permit to leave Bavaria?"
"I believe so; I am not certain. I never thought in those days I should become rich enough to travel."
The word that tingled with gold soothed the suspicious ear of the officer.
"What is your business in America?"
"I am a plumber, now retired."