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Book, page 131 / 168 for the purpose of getting them cashed. He has no credit in bank, and is, therefore, compelled to go upon the street for money. Most of his work is taken by one of the safest houses in the city; his paper is, therefore, as good as any in market. Deal as moderately with him as you can. He knows little about these matters, or where to go for the accommodation he needs." "Is he an industrious and prudent young man?" inquired Mr. Edgar, caution and cupidity at once excited. "He is." "What's his name?" "Blakewell." "Oh, I know him. Very well; send him along, and if his paper is good, I'll discount it." "You'll find it first-rate," said the gentleman. "How much shall I charge him?" This was Mr. Edgar's first thought, so soon as he was alone. Even as he asked himself the question, the young mechanic entered. "You take good paper, sometimes?" said the latter, in a hesitating manner. The countenance of Mr. Edgar became, instantly, very grave. "Sometimes I do," he answered, with assumed indifference. "I have a note of Leyden & Co.'s that I wish discounted," said Blakewell. "For how much?" "Three hundred dollars--six months;" and he handed Mr. Edgar the note.
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