"I second it with both hands and an equal number of feet," replied Roger enthusiastically.
"Now is the opportunity for a discussion of the merits of the candidate," observed Helen drily.
"There are many things that might be said," rejoined Dorothy, "but because it would probably embarrass him—"
"Oh, say!" came from James. "Are they as bad as that?"
"As I was remarking when I was interrupted," continued Dorothy severely, "because it might make the candidate feel queer if he were to hear all the compliments we should pay him, I think we won't say anything."
"I'll trust old Roger not to pay compliments," responded James.
"Old Roger is in such a good humor because this job is being worked off on to your shoulders instead of his that he might utter some blandishments that would surprise you."
"I wouldn't risk it!"
"Are you ready to vote?" asked Helen.
"We are," came ringing back, and the resulting ballot placed James in the treasurership, the only dissenting vote being his own. His first official act after the money was put into his hands was to give it back to Ethel Brown in part repayment of the sum which her mother had advanced for the yarn for the Old Ladies' Home.