NIGHT PILOTS
The dinner given by the aviation company, with John as the •guest of honour, was a very grand affair. John felt so embarrassed by all the attention given him that he hardly knew what to do or say. The chairman's speech tmdsd with tha Jhlkiwina words^—*
“ We are very iproud of you, John, and we hope you will join our company. A young man with your ability, nerve, and resource will have splendid chances in the company. And now I hope you will accept this little present as a slight token of our appreciation of your.deed.” Then, amid loud applause, lie handed John, a small envelope* *
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John went home together with his father and Mr Mick. “ Well, Mr Smith,” said the latter, “now there can be no doubt about John’s future, I think? ” Although his father did not answer, John saw the expression in his eyes. What he saw, together with tl'ie gift from the aviation company—a big cheque—made him the happiest boy in the world.— XTha end*!
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Evening Star, Issue 23373, 16 September 1939, Page 6
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173NIGHT PILOTS Evening Star, Issue 23373, 16 September 1939, Page 6
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