"Must I lose thirty-two dollars, then?" said the lady tragically. "It's a shame."
"No doubt it is, but we don't even know Mr. Harding."
"Then why did you advertise for him?"
"Because we want his testimony in a law case."
"The advertisement said that it would be for Mr. Harding's advantage to report to you."
"So it will, if we can find him. He will receive money enough to settle your bill, and more, too. We will see that he does, if you help us find him."
"I am sure I am willing to do all I can," said Mrs. Stubbs, considerably mollified.
"Have you got a small room vacant?" asked Bert. "I may be detained in Harrisburg for a while."
"Yes; you can have the one Mr. Harding used to occupy. If you occupy it alone, it will be five dollars a week with board."
"I will take it," said Bert promptly. "Can I have possession at once?"