07-25-2021, 11:52 AM
Meekford nodded at the constable's suggestion.
"Very well." he turned to the assembled staff "send a lad for a doctor and one of you grab a set of coveralls from the engine shed; the ones we use for inspections." Meekford had long insisted on spare overalls be on hand if inspections, or getting dirty were required by himself or someone like Sir Hugh from head office. Meekford adjusted his spectacles on his nose before pushing through the gaggle of bystanders to the passenger who was also an actor in this drama.
"Sir, on behalf of the North Eastern Railway, please accept my apologies for this unfortunate event. We cannot compensate you for your bag, but perhaps complimentary ticket to somewhere?"
"I guess that would be Castleford." Nate sighed. He would be staying at the house after all.
"See to it that this gentleman has return ticket to Castleford."
"Very well." he turned to the assembled staff "send a lad for a doctor and one of you grab a set of coveralls from the engine shed; the ones we use for inspections." Meekford had long insisted on spare overalls be on hand if inspections, or getting dirty were required by himself or someone like Sir Hugh from head office. Meekford adjusted his spectacles on his nose before pushing through the gaggle of bystanders to the passenger who was also an actor in this drama.
"Sir, on behalf of the North Eastern Railway, please accept my apologies for this unfortunate event. We cannot compensate you for your bag, but perhaps complimentary ticket to somewhere?"
"I guess that would be Castleford." Nate sighed. He would be staying at the house after all.
"See to it that this gentleman has return ticket to Castleford."
