Who was offered a job?
Edward
Because he did what?
sold newspapers
What occupation did he try to  get before that?
a runner
Did he get it?
No
Why not?
he couldn't read or write
How would that impact the work?
he couldn't deliver if he couldn't read the addresses
Was he relieved he didn't get it?
Yes, later on.
How about right after?
No
How did he feel?
Bitterly disappointed
Did he help sell other stuff for the guy who hired him?
Yes
Like what?
newspapers, tobacco,confectionery and other goods
How many stores did they end up having?
25
In only one town?
No
Where then?
three cities
What had his dad done for a living?
making horseshoes
Was he good at helping his dad?
No
Why not?
he didn't have strong arms
How many brothers did he have?
none
What were his parents' names?
Herbert and Dora Sims
Did his stores end up going bankrupt?
No