Then came a call for the notes of the old time melodies, as I played them. I published them in '89 and so link was added to link which strengthened the chain, and I now had three friends to depend upon, instead of one: my Remedy, my playing, my music - each one bringing, me nearer the people and at the same time, adding to my income.

In connection with the publication of my music, let me show what man can do, when "looking upward, not downward, Outward, not inward", and living to "Lend a helping hand".

When I determined to publish my melodies, I went to Richmond, Va., to have them written for me.

My friend, Mr. Geo. A. Minor, introduced me to Mr. John Baseler, as one who could serve me well. I asked Mr. Baseler what he would charge to write my music, about twenty pages. He said he did not know and could not tell me until he had finished the work.

"Give me an approximate estimate."

"I cannot even do that. I will tell you when the work is done. I can only promise you that I shall not charge you more than you can pay." I had, by now, acquired a habit of submitting to the inevitable, whenever I couldn't help myself, so I consigned myself to his tender mercies, and, as he did not look like a wolf in sheep's clothing, seeking whom he might devour, I was not much afraid.

We worked hard for more than two days, and the work was done. I then asked him what I owed him; perhaps he would tell me now.

Note his reply: "Mrs. Person, go ahead with your music and have it published. I trust you will make a success of it. I am only too glad it is in my power to help one who has tried so hard to help herself. I know something of your life and its responsibilities, and I am glad to do this for you. I do not wish you to consider it a debt or obligation, for it has been a pleasure to me. I am the debtor, for you have given me the opportunity to work in a good home mission, which I always enjoy", and he made me no charge.

The days of Chivalry are not past, nor its Knights all dead.