With facility he guided the point across the paper in great flourishes, sketching a crudely designed bird on the wing.
"See? See what can be done with this invention? How can any mature man or woman do without this article? Such an article!
"This, men, is a three dollar commodity, but for the purposes of advertising I am permitted by the firm to charge you—Two-fifty? No! Two dollars? No! One fifty? NO! For the sum of one dollar, American money, E Pluribus Unum and In God We Trust, I will place this invaluable article in your possession. One dollar, men! One dollar!
"But wait. Further"—diving into another pocket, "we will give away absolutely free of charge to every purchaser one of these celebrated key rings and chains, made of a new conglomerate called white metal, guaranteed not to rust, tarnish or break except under excessive strain. Keeps your keys safe and always handy. Free, with each and every individual purchase!
"Still more!"—making another dive into the inexhaustable pockets—"Another article used by every gentleman and lady. A hand mirror, a magnifying hand mirror. Carry it in your pocket, have it always handy for the thousand and one uses to which it may be put.
"Think! This magnificent fountain pen, this key-ring and chain, this pocket mirror, a collection which regularly would retail for from four to five dollars, are yours for one dollar....
"Now, who's first?"
Two-Bits who had watched and listened with a growing amazement, mouth open, Adam's apple jumping, was roused.
"I am, Mister Beal," he said eagerly, digging in a pocket for the money.
"Ah, brother, part of being a Beal is knowing a bargain! Who else, now?"