In later years he had what he calls a keyster, a metal box with lock and key where he keeps paper money. |
Just now, Grandfather's keyster is the Rock of Gibraltar, the financial prop that is sustaining the whole structure. |
And for this reason it was an easy matter to induce him to come over here with his keyster and take charge. |
First, if he does find out about the sale and buys it, that there will still be money left in the keyster. |
Davy fumbled in the keyster and brought out a small saddle with a fair leather bridle, to match. |