Summary

Horatio Alger Bound to Rise — Chapter XXI: In the Tailor's Power (1873)

Luke was just going out when the tailor called him back.
"I believe you owe me thirty dollars. When are you going to pay it?"
"I can't pay it yet a while," said Luke.
"I think you had better," said the tailor quietly.
"I'll pay you as soon as I can."
"You make eleven dollars a week over and above your board and spend it on drink, billiards and fast horses. You are fully able to pay for your clothes promptly and I advise you to do it."
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