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Pelorus Guardian and Miners' Advocate., Volume 22, Issue 28, 11 April 1911, Page 2

A LITTLE CHANGE. Boots was in high feather. He had won three times. First of all he had won in the ordinary court, then in the Court of Appeal, and finally, in the House of Lords. The verdict was that he should receive £5,000. With light, fantastic tread he entered the offices of Fleecem & Sharpe “Five thousand pounds !” he exclaimed, rubbing his hands together. “Ah, that wds the award !’’ said Sharpe, handing him a silver shilling. ''‘Why,” gasped Boots, “what’s this for ?” “That is what is left, my dear sir,’ said Sharpe, “after taking out my fee, the costs of appeal, and other expanses.” Boots regarded the shilling for a moment, then looked at Sharpe. “What’s the matter with this ?” be asked, 'biting it. '“ls it bad ?”