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 "If you will tell me what you want me to talk about—yes."

"Oh, there is so much we want to know," said; Mrs. Larry. "The comparative cost of package and bulk goods, for instance."

"And adulteration," suggested Claire.

"Substitution is quite as important," added Mr. Benton.

"Oh, will you?" said Mrs. Larry.

"Yes, any night except Thursday. And, if you like, I'll bring a small exhibit with me."

"That will be splendid!" said Mrs. Larry. "Let's make it next Wednesday night. And now, I intend to put some of your policies into practise. I'm going to look up your 'specials.' My goodness gracious!" she added, conscience-stricken, "every word you say is true. I have not been in this store for more than a month."

Mr. Benton smiled and crooked his finger at a passing clerk.

"Show Mrs. Hall our specials for to-day. I think she'll be interested."

Claire and Mrs. Larry followed the clerk from counter to stand.

"This morning we are selling best eggs at