Allen Chapman

Summary

Allen Chapman,  Bound to Succeed (1907)

“ Frank took his companion's hand in his own and looked him straight in the eyes.
"Markham," he said, "I am willing to put entire confidence in you. I owe you that much, surely. Your secrets are not my business, I would like to ask one question only: You haven't run away from home, have you?"
"I have no home," answered Markham in a subdued tone. "An orphan?" insinuated Frank, gently.
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Allen Chapman,  Bound to Succeed (1907)

“ Frank now learned that he was some good in the world, after all. The ovation of the grateful and enthusiastic town folks, the loyal, hearty friendship of such comrades as Bart Stirling and Darry and Bob Haven warmed his heart to some of its old-time cheer and courage. The day he left Pleasantville with his mother for their home at Greenville, Frank Newton stepped over the threshold of a new life. ”
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Allen Chapman,  Bound to Succeed (1907)

“ Nelson," said Frank kindly. " About this cowboy business, though—take my advice and that of your good, kind father: don't waste your best young years just for the sake of novelty and adventure. No ambitious boy can afford it."
"But I have a longing for the wild ranch life," said Nelson earnestly.
"All right, then do your duty to those at home, earn a good start here, where you have friends to help you, and begin with a ranch of your own. When I have made enough money, I would like to run a ranch myself. But I want to own it. I want to make a business investment—not fun and frolic—out of it."
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