Mr. Jewett,” she began at once, “as a detective I certainly am a failure.
During the Gettysburg campaign Jewett had been acting adjutant and would have received his commission in a short time.
In May, 1875, the road confessed inability to meet its obligations, and Jewett was appointed receiver.
Both Mr. Britton and Darrell grew silent as the old Jewett homestead came in view.
Major Jewett's work became more important as the great struggle went on.
