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52 an hour, and by that time both understood each other thoroughly, and had decided, if Matt could raise the necessary cash, to go into the scheme without delay.

"You see, we ought to do all the traveling possible before cold weather sets in," said Andrew Dilks. "It is in the villages where the most money is to be made, especially now, when the farmers are about done harvesting and have some ready cash."

"As I am out of work, I can start the moment I get the money," said Matt, "And even if I don't get that other money, I am willing to put in every cent of what I have now."

On the following morning Matt was surprised to receive another visit from Ida Bartlett, who had eaten an unusually early breakfast so that she might come over before going to work.

"I knew you would be anxious to hear from me," she said. "It is all right. The others are willing to let you have the money for a year at the regular bank interest, three per cent.

"Thank you, and I'll try to pay it back before the year is out," returned Matt, much relieved.

"And you have arranged to go into the scheme? It is all satisfactory?"

"Yes."

"Good! I wish you every success."