“It wouldn’t prevent my selling papers, would it?”

“No.”

“Then I wish you’d give me a few points. I think I will try it.”

“Ain’t you workin’ now?”

“Yes.”

“What are you doin’?”

Ben explained.

“Are you goin’ to give up your place?”

“Yes, if I find that I can sell papers.”

“Then I’ll tell you what I’ll do. I’ll change work with you. You give me a recommend to your boss, and you can take my business. I’ve got a small route. I serve about half a dozen families with papers.”