Perth Amboy evening news., 1918-11-13
DANIEL WELLS
BY N G. BRoaAN.

The face of James Rogers turned
an angry purple, as he read the fear
less and caustic criticism Of his own
great mandatory. How dare the
press print such an article, and who
had been their secret investigator
Here. now, upon his return from q
much needed rest. the proprietor OF
Rogers "Ready to Wear Industries"
was greeted in black print by a daring
exposure Of bad conditions said to
exist In his own great plant. The
condemning article appearing under
the heading Of "City Notes." was
signed by the well-known writer Of
terse editorials-Daniel Wells.
Even without his bold signature the
brief written sentences of Daniel Wells
were unmistakable, with a call and
conviction all their own. James Rog-
ers decided furiously to call up Will
llams of the Press and inquire into the
matter. a prompt contradiction must be
demanded. But irresolutely the old
mans hand rested upon the telephone.
Would Daniel Wells brook contradlc-
ton? his assertions were backed with
proof. Rogers rang for his son in-
stead. and presently Jim, happy-eyed
and smiling, entered his fathers pres
ence.
"Well. dad?" he cheerfully inquired.
The older man thrust the days pa
per before him. "Read that" he said
irately.
Jim. with a Serious nod, dismissed
the article. IT have read It," he re-
piled. 'The worst feature Of the case
Is the truth Of the statement"
TRUTH" James Rogers wheeled
about toward his son. "what would
you have for factory workers. glass
sun rooms to sew In, or afternoon
tea served in the work room? These
new health notions make me sick Col
lege, Tsuppose, has imbued you with
the same ideas. Well, the place has
run along pretty well during the past,
and I guess 1t will In the future. The
question Is, you're manager here now"
he tapped the written article, "What
are you going to do about this?"
His son sank easily Into a chair.
Benefit by 1t, dad" he answered
crisply.
The old mans eyes bulged-"what?"
Benefit by It," young Jim repeated,
"cut out the things disapproved. and
begin a new order"
The father stared at his son as
though he were a stranger. MAY I
ask" he said sarcastically. what has
made you so agreeable to a new order
of thingsY Do you realize that It would
entail the expenditure of large sums
OF money-my ~money-which later viii
all be yoursf That 1t would lessen ma
terially the profits Of our businessf"
Young Jim came close and looked
frankly back into his fathers face.
Yes, I'll tell you what has changed my
point Of view, dad" he replied. tits
a girl. Just a little brave, sweet sort
OF a girl. working here in your fac
tory. She has talked to me about Il
all"
During working hoursf" his father
interrupted.
Jim shook his head. NO." he saidt
"there was no time then. 1t was az I
walked home with her evenings, that
she brought me to see things as they
are. and as they should be-"
James Rogers Jumped furiously TO
his feet. @You dare to tell me that
you have been walking home nights
with one Of your fathers factory
girls The millionaire choked. There
q significant pause. II have also
asked her to marry me-" young Jim
quietly responded.
James Rogers turned ana pressed
an electric button. I'VE VIII settle
this foolizhness here ana now he
Eirlr'
sim's face flushed. sloan" he spoks
the name gently. .Joan Grsyeae