Democratic Sentinel, Volume 10, Number 9, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 2 April 1886 — The Same, Only Different. [ARTICLE]

The Same, Only Different.

A young man, dabbling in real estate and known financially quite well by Phil Armour, went into that gentleman’s office lately. “I’ve hit on a great chance to invest in a piece of property that will double in value in a year,” he said, excitedly. “Yes,” replied Mr. A. quietly. “House and lot, dirt cheap, on Grand Boulevard.” “Yes,” responded Phil again. “Owner caught in the market and forced to sell.” “Yes.” “Nobody knows anything about the chance but me.” “Yes.” “All I need is enough to bind the bargain.” “Yes.” •“Could you let me have a thousand?” “Yes.” “That’s good.” “Yes.” “When can I get it.” “Not at all. I said I could let you have it, but I didn’t say I would. Better go and see somebody else. Goodby.”—Merchant Traveler.