The motives which should be possessed-The great object to be kept in
view-Straightforwardness-Rule as to profits-Two prices-Impor-
tance of truth-Its advantages in the long run-The Essex professor-
Lying by proxy-Plain figures-Honesty the best policy-Duty to ser-
vants-Making a fortune-Orders and contracts to be in writing-
Illustrations-The diary-Its advantages-Order necessary-Checking
accounts and invoices-Finishing one thing at a time-Execution of
orders-Expenses and pleasures-Take no risk-Acquaintances-Painful
illustration of want of care-Taking advantage-Sociability-Stock-