Portage sentinel. [volume] (Ravenna, Ohio) 1845-1854, 1853-04-13

great endings. In every change some one must
lead the way. But, as you say, we will not dis
Ipute on the subject Indeed am not myself pre-
pared to suggest remedy for the existing evils
which feel are the inevitable result of the pres
lent way of doing business, bit my own expert
ence has taught me that the old saying, ssOut of
debt, out Of danger,'' is no less true now than
formerly, and, on asmall scale, am resolved to
act up to it.''
"And my experience has taught me to keep my
money in my own hands as long as possible,'' was
the reply. 'The longer the credit given, the bet
ter for my interests. The ten dollar. bill which
owe to-day, may, if retained a few months, be-
come hundred, and then while my creditor is
equally well satisfied, my own pocket is vastly
benefited.
"But if the ten dollar bill should escape from
your grasp, where would you be then % was the
laughing rejonder, as the friends parted for the
morning.
'sWhere should he indeed ~ repeated Markham
to himself, as he proceeded towards his place of
business. "There is some truth in that last re-
mark The fact is, my affairs are in rather pc
culiar position at this time. If my expectations
are realized, this viii be profitable year for me-
but if I should be disappointed, it will be hard
to meet my engagements. l must husband my
resources with the greatest care, until the result
Of my speculations is known
At the door of his office an unwelcorle face pre-
sented ITSELF A laboring man, who had for some
months been employed by him as porter and in
various other capacities; was awaiting his arri-
val, with a meaning expression in in his face;
which was but too well understood
Good morning to your honor. I am after wait
ing for ye an hour mere. VIII it be corVen-
eht to settle our little account if ye plase 20
'Eoney is as tight drum, my good fellow.
1t will be impossible for me to let you have any
thing to-day. Did I not give you an order ON my
grocer some few days ago! Surely that is suffii-
cient for the present.
ssBut it is the ready money that is wanting, yer
honor. Credit is but poor thing for poor folks;
for we have to pay more for every article we BUY
than if the cash was in our hand A dollar to-
day is worth more than two dollars some months
hence.''
s'The fellow is in the right" thought the en-
ployer, sand for that very reason must keep the
dollar. The money due him is in my pocket, to
be suro but there are more advantageous ways of
using it, than to pay him the moment he demands
it. Call again next week, Patriek,' he contn-
ued sand will see what can do for you''
at is always call again. muttered the disap-
pointed man as he took leave. "In troth, an I
wish that the rich could but change places with
+l,,, ~, I,j -
them that every man is id need of his own !"
Another unwelcome intruder appeared as the
merchant entered his Office, in the shape OF cab
inet-maker, Of whom, scrae weeks before he had
purchased furniture to considerable amount"
GOOD morning, III. Markham was his san-
tation. every fine day, sr.''
ssDelightful, Mr.. Rogers. How are you pros
pering! Furniture in as great demand as ever,
presume %
ssWell, as to that, business is pretty brisk, but
money is short l called to see if we could have
a settlement this morning.
"a settlement, my good sir I! I thought that
all was settled between Us. purchased furniture
of yea to the amount of two hundred dollars pay
able in six months. } e@ar zt
"uH Sdit dS u LtIC IilLc Vi pay HltLI,
sir. make It rule never to give more than
three months credit. andin the present state Of
my affairs, it would be a great convenience to
me to have, at least, part of the amount due at
this time.''
"Impussible, Ifr. Rogers. It is hardly SIX weeks
since made the purchase You must at least
allow me the three months. Money is tight all
-
around just now
"You would really oblge me exceedingly by
letting me have fifty dollars" urged the cabinet
maker; with some earnestness:
ait is cut of my power was the reply II
wcuid gladly oblige you if possible
Strange that the merchants conscience did not
snite him as the unsuccessful applicant withdrew,
and he smilingly turned to greet another more
welcome visitor who entered that moment.
ssGlad to see you, Mr.. Leslie. Take seat sir.
How do the land speculatons prosper! Any
prospect of a rise %
sEverything looks favorable. But our chance
of realizing handsome sum would be greater il
we extended our speculation little. The lots ad-
joinin ours are offeregd at low rate. In my
opinion we had better secure them at once.
81 am much of your mind. Is ready money
wanted %
NNothing less will suffice. Two hundred and
fifty for your share"
sNo more Let purchase by ali means
1t is bargain. will give you the cash imme-
diately, if it is desirable" :"
"If you please. There IS no time to lose.'
Mr.. Markham drew forth his pocket-book, and
deliberately counted out bills to the amount spec
fled = -
.Lucky for me that did not let this money slip