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CHAPTER XXXIX.
CONCLUSION.
When Harry had completed his business in New York, he took the train at
once to his native village. His arrival made quite a sensation. Not only Mr.
Howard, his father's friend, received him with joy, but there were many
other friends besides who rejoiced in his good fortune.
"You have been very fortunate, Harry," said Mr. Howard. "You tell me that
you have about five thousand dollars?"
"Yes, sir, and it makes me feel rich."
"Besides the two thousand dollars I have in charge for you."
"Two thousand dollars!" ejaculated Harry in amazement. "You mean three
hundred, Mr. Howard."
"No, I mean what I say," replied his friend, with a smile.
"But I don't understand— "
"Don't you remember the fifty shares of mining stock you placed in my
hands?"
"Yes, they were given me by my father. I thought them worthless."
"A month ago I learned the contrary. I took the liberty, without consulting
you, as you were absent, to sell them. They realized seventeen hundred
dollars net, thus carrying up the amount in my hands to two thousand
dollars."
"Is it possible that I am worth seven thousand dollars? It seems wonderful!"