Delaware inquirer. (Wilmington, Del.) 1859-18??, 1859-07-09

appeared very well satisfied with what had
occurred the certainty of the destruction o
this den Of vice, as it became more apparent,
made a thrill of estacy run through the
nerves of the young man. Now, thought he,
will Ida, in measure receive satisfaction fol
the injury she had received at the hands Of
this detestable wretch and perhaps, some oil
the acomplices may come under the severe
hand of long merited justice. What delightful
news will it be to the ears of Ida, to know
that those who lent themselves as mere tools
to the libcrtnc, to accomplish his designs,
were about to receive their reward With
this reflection he inquired: sis there any
reasonable ground to suppose that the au-
thorities will have sufficient testimony pro-
duoed against these outcasts ofsociety to find
picion places upon their shoulders ?"
" am of the opinion that nothing can be
done with them without more proof than is
prepared against them at present"
Can you not produce some good testi-
mony that would have tendancy to crimi-
nate these vagrants it would he doing soci-
ETY. an incalculable service ~ Suggested Sam
uel.
g | could do it, but | don't wish to have
much to do with them when can help it ;
besides the proof against the old woman for
keeping disorderly house, liz sufficient to
Danish her from the state" Replied Tom.
"That will be sufficient; il it will only re-
move Mrs. Bachelor and her satellites from
town, it will do great deal for the peace and
security of the place.
Samuel having heard enough Of the particu
lars concerning the arrest OF the old incendary
and her aecomplices, was impatient to carry
into effect the desire of his uncle. He had
sought for this important auxiliary all day
but had been unsuccessful. Now the oppor-
tunity offered to connect together a trBin of
circumstances that would not only renu-
merate his:reative for many important favors
he had received at his hands, but perhaps ole.
vate him III the respect and confidence OF one
whom he esteemed highly.
~ have been seeking you all day and have
not had the pleasure of placing my eyes on
your precious person until now"
g would have been happy to. have been
found by you-is any thing the matter 2"
No, nothing much but when | was in
Philadelphia, the other day. was in the
Mayors office and heard the name of person
mentioned whom think. is among your .ae-
quaintances. would like to know where
that person could M found now"
"Who is it2'' demanded Tom, with terror
depicted in his countenance.
"Nobody that you need to be alarmed
about suppose" Said Samuel producing his
uncle's letter and reading about the name Of
Roger Wilson. Tom shuddered as he heard
the name Of his confederate in several trans
actions that he did not care about being made
public, pronounced. He hestated a moment
as if to consider whether he had better 40
his ormer.acquantance or not. |
Samuel observing his embarrassment said in a
manner, " Whatever you tell me
IS tot he kept perfectly confidential; there
fore, you need not hesitate will not betray |
you.'
Tom, with curiosity of this nature, was
anxious to know the young mans nature be-
fore ha could give him an unequivocal an
swer With this intention he asked:
If it is not too much of a secret, will you
be kind enough to inform me what your bust
ness may be with the person whose name you
have just inentioneds If you can convince
me that | will have no trouble connected with
4, 7 ttato
in answering your question:"
GO have no desire to place you in any diff
ficulty whatever by giving me the information
desire; but cannot, under existing circum-
stances make you acquainted with my motives,
At present"
Tom hesitated but gaining confidence from
the assuring look of his interogator said, as
If fearful of being heard, in confidential
tone;
g ! am acquainted with him, but don't
want it known at this particular time.'
Samuel could not conceal the joy he ex-
perienced at this desirable information. His
eyes frightened up-a smile played upon his
lips he was lost in revery. Tom could not
.el what his friend meant by this sudden
Arousing from his reflective
mood he inquired:
"when have you seen this Roger Wilsons"
"To-night, answered Tom.
Where can find him at present ~ de-
manded Samuel with increased interest.
g In the town lookup, where he will remain
.o-day at least, answered Tom with curiosi
ty cleaning from every linament of his coun-
enance.
g How is that explain yourself!'
"Well, TO cut long story short, the fact
If the business is Roger Wilson was caught
n bad company at old Mrs. Bachelors to-
hight and among the rest put in the jug,
where he will doubtless remain, until the
Whole firm is drummed out OF town."
This news dampened the prospects of the
young enthusiast for the time. A hundred
lifferent ways, to have an interview with the
suggested themselves to his mind at
,nce, but little reflection convinced him Of ,,
he impracticability af sll Of them, before
morning when they would be brought forth
or trial. Tom, whose eye was good at read
ng a countenance, saw that Samuel was very
much disappointed at the information he had
received concerning tho incarceration of Rog-
'r, said
g am of the opinion that you have some
hing for this fellow 10 do that you IRE afraid
% trust to my fidelity II such is the case, !
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