Lum received $700 from Ezra for the new automobile which Lum won, learned to drive and then wrecked all in the space of a couple of days. Contrary to Lum's general feeling towards money, he decided this time to put it all in the bank, and not to spend it foolishly. However, Squire Skimp, aware of Lum's new wealth, suggested a fine investment and it looked as though Lum was being drawn into a trap.