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interest . Mr. Solomons was particular to have it understood by the banker in London that the money would be drawn by a young man sixteen years of age , and I left my signature to be forwarded to him . My business was all done , and I parted with Mr. Solomons , to meet him again the next day on board the steamer . In the evening , I went up to Madison Place , and staid till nine o'clock . `` Who do you suppose has been here this afternoon ? '' asked Kate of me , as I was taking my leave . `` Not Tom Thornton ? ''