"This is wonderful, Jimmy," exclaimed Paul, in real surprise. "Didn't
you find it hard to get the man's face just right?"
"Rather hard," said Jimmy; "I had to be careful, but I like best the
parts where I have to take the most pains."
"I wish I could afford to hire a teacher for you," said Paul. "Perhaps,
if mother and I keep on earning so much money, we shall be able to some
time."
By the middle of the next week six of the shirts were finished, and
Paul, as had been agreed upon, carried them up to Mr. Preston. He was
fortunate enough to find him at home.
"I hope they will suit you," said Paul.
"I can see that the sewing is excellent," said Mr. Preston, examining
them. "As to the fit, I can tell better after I have tried one on."
"Mother made them just like the one you sent; but if there is anything
wrong, she will, of course, be ready to alter them."
"If they are just like the pattern, they will be sure to suit me."
"And now, my young friend," he added, "let me know how you are getting
on in your own business."
"I am making a dollar a day, sometimes a little more."
"That is very good."
"Yes, sir; but it won't last long."
"I believe you told me that the stand belonged to some one else."
"Yes, sir; I am only tending it in his sickness; but he is getting
better, and when he gets about again, I shall be thrown out of
business.
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