CHAPTER XXIII
A NEW EXPEDIENT
“I believe your name is Peck?” said Mr. Montgomery, hazarding a guess.
“No, it's Young, Ephraim Young.”
“Of course it is. I remember now, but I am apt to forget names. You said your parents were quite well?”
“Yes, they're pretty smart.”
“I am glad to hear it; I have the pleasantest recollections of your excellent father. Let me see, didn't you call there with me once, Mrs. Barnes?”
“Not that I remember.”
“You must go with me the next time. I want you to know the parents of our young friend. They are excellent people. Do you go back this afternoon, Mr. Young?”
“Yes, I guess so. You don't know of any sitooation I could get in a store round here, do you?”