He had worked faithfully, had given great satisfaction to his employers,
and presently had a clerical position in a prominent trust company
offered to him. It seemed an advance. The salary was larger, even if
absurdly small, and he gladly accepted the place.
Shortly after this he had his first experience in real finance. The
president of the company sent for him--the reader will remember that
this is a true story--and the boy entered his private office and came
into the august presence of the magnate. This man is to-day what is
commonly known as a "power" in Wall Street.
"My boy," said the president, "you have been doing very well. I have
noticed the excellence of your work. I want to commend you."
"Thank you, sir," said John modestly, expecting to hear that his salary
was to be raised.
"Yes," continued the great man. "And I want you to have an interest in
the business."
The blood rushed to John's head and face. "Thank you very much," he
gasped.
"I have allotted you five shares in the trust company," said the
president. "If you take them up and carry them you will feel that you
have a real connection with the house and it will net you a handsome
return.
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