“Yes. It is the family business and I am joining it. I have been asked to serve on the Board—as my father did. But the truth is that I am somewhat nervous as I know very little about the timber trade.” “My dear Mr. Duke! Perhaps I may be of help to you. I am the daughter of Phineas Breeley of the Breeley Lumber Contractors in New Brunswick. He has had many dealings in Maine. As a girl I assisted my father in his paperwork. I know something of the business and all that I know I shall impart to you. And then we must find you a wife.”
