“Is there any pay for such work?”
“Yes, but it is small. We will give him ten dollars a week. Of course he must be honest and trustworthy.”
“I’ll stake my life on that boy, boss,” said Luke warmly.
“His appearance is in his favor. Will you call him?”
Ernest was waiting in the doorway. He was anxious to learn the result of Luke’s interview with the president of the bank.
“The boss wants to see you,” announced Luke.
“All right. What luck are you meeting with, Luke?”
“Good. I’ve hired out to the bank as a Quaker detective.”
Ernest stared at his companion in astonishment. He thought it was a joke.
When he came into the presence of the president the latter said: “I understand from your friend here that you would like employment?”