Where is the loan office?
right around the corner of Broad Street
Who has gone to work for himself there?
A fellow named Parsons
And who else?
Caleb Allen
Who has a bad reputation?
Parsons
Why?
He was arrested for forgery
When?
five years ago
Who tried to keep that quiet?
his friend
What road did Hal go out into?
Wall Street.
Which road did he reach next?
Broad Street
True or False: Broad Street is the major financial center of the city.
False
What is?
unknown
What city is Hal in?
New York
Where the offices of Allen and Parsons downstairs?
Yes
Are they hiring?
Yes
What sort of worker do they want?
A rapid writer.
Do they want an old, experienced gentleman?
No
Who is smoking?
A middle-aged man
What else is he doing?
writing.