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The Leopard's Spots and the Banker's Hard Choice
Blake, a bank president, contemplates bankruptcy and charity as bank examiners loom. He confronts loyalties between Ernest, his foster son, and Doris, Carter’s daughter, while secretly guiding Carter toward a harsh fate to spare Doris. The tale ends with Blake surrendering a life policy to help Ernest, then plans Arizona work for Carter and a hopeful, if grim, future for Doris.
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Blake
Carter
Lawyers
Doris
Lawyers’ Building
Ernest
Ernie
Governor
Tom Martin
Martin
Mr. Blake
John