“I think Morris has a—a scheme, sir, that would be pretty fine,” returned Gordon. “That is, if—if you were willing.”
“A scheme? What sort of a scheme, Merrick?”
“I’d rather he told you about it, sir.”
“Humph! I don’t think much of Morris’ schemes as a rule,” replied Mr. Brent grimly. “However, I’ll hear what he has to say.”
On Tuesday placards in the shop windows made the following announcement:
BASEBALL!
Clearfield vs. Rutter’s Point,
HIGH SCHOOL FIELD,
Saturday at 3 P. M.
Admission: 25 Cents.