J. Oh, yes, I’ve been to writin’ school two winters. I can’t write very fast.
S. J. Never mind, you’ll learn. Practice makes perfect. I think I’ll have you begin to-day. Do you see that book? (Points to an old ledger on the desk.)
J. Yes.
S. J. Well, there’s a blank book. I want you to copy out of the ledger into the book, beginning at the first page.
J. All right. I kin do it.
S. J. Be very particular not to make any mistakes.
J. I’ll do my best.
S. J. (taking his hat). I’ve got to go round to the bank to deposit this money, and will be right back. See how much you can copy while I am gone.
J. Yes, I’ll work faithful.
(Exit S. J., L.)