Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-19
Gales aud Sketthes.
TRICKY THIEVES.
Continued from yesterday.)1

iewelry suitable for presentation to young
lady. Nothing too extravagant; the SIM
pier the better, but good. Mr.. Glister I'M
derstood perfectly. and produced from his
window lot OF ornaments, which the young
gentleman examined, choosing therefrom
a collar and pendant, bracelet and some
rings. He seemed to have admirable
taste, and his ideas of simplicity in mat
tiers OF jewelry seemed to Mr.. Glister to
be of most aristocratic elasticity.
He was hesitatipg between the different
attractions of diamond and sapphire
ring to complete his purchase. when the
door opened and his uncle entered.
"Ah,'' he said cheerilv, ''you here-eh?
And on the same errand as myself, l see.
Very pretty! very pretty!" he remarked,
examining his hephew's purchase. ''Have
you all you want? Then, if Mr.. Glister
will be so good. should like to see what
he can do tor me-"
Now, my dear uncle" said the young
man. imploringly, "be moderate. Really,
Maud will be quite content with these p
Tut. tut! !" said the old man. Are you
the only person in the world who can
make present to young ladyp claim
my privilege, sir. We old people have
privileges, though you selfish young fell
lows dispute them, and one of them is to
show homage to beauty"
MIR. Giister produced second case. and
the old gentleman, genially pooh pooling
his Hephew's affectionate remonstrances,
chose various articles of rich and ex-
pensive description. He went ahead so
fast. adding article after article to his Sc.
lection, that the young man gave up his
objections in kind of half comical, who'll
ly affectonate despair.
"You will never be happy until you
have ruined YOURSELF" he said at last.
"And if do" said the old gentleman,
II think know somebody who will find
me corner to end my days in"
The young man silently pressed his
uncle's hand. The good old man blew a
sonorous blast upon his nose. and inquir-
ing of Mr. Glister the sum for which he
stood indebted to him, produced a pie
thoric pocket book, and handed over the
amount in notes, an example which his
nephew followed.
They were just in the act of bestowing
their purchases in their pockets, when the
door opened for the second time. and there
stood the broad built man whom Mr..
Glister had noticed that afternoon, with
the tall white hat. the tight trousers, and
the scar upon his cheek.
To Mr. Clusters utter amazement, the
benevolent ecclesiastic dropped limp and
gaspng into chair.
The young man made a rush for the
door; but the newcomer was too quick
for him. There was a struggle. STUN
BILE, sharp metallic "click," and behold
L,,.I Il IL l.
of a rural dean tearing and cursing on the
floor with pair of handouts on his wrists.
Take it easy, sir" said the white
hatten one; Its all right
Mr. Glister was all abroad; and amazed
and wonder striker.
The newcomer was as calm as man
could be.
Get up" he said to his manacled cap
tive
The young man obeyed, and sitting in a
char at the counter, glared at his captor
"I'm Inspector Roberts. Scotland Yard, :"
he continued to Mr.. Glister.
The rural dean groaned.
you know me, don't you?" said Mr.
Roberts. smiling on him in recognition of
his identity. Game down here for a
breath of country air. Walking about
saw these chaps, first one, then the other,
then both together. Saw 'em come IN
here. Had dealings before with 'em and
know their playful little ways, and so
thought I'd watch. Hand 'em out, your
reverence" The rural dean groancd
anew, and deposited his little parcel on
the counter. Now YOU to the Young.
er man. "Oh. l forgot. you can't; you've
got 'em on. Begging your pardon" He
inserted his hand into the bridegroom s
pocket and withdrew the packet of jewell
nv. Notes or checks, sir?" he demanded
of Mr.. Glister.
Notes." said that excellent gentleman.
His amazement had lasted only a minute
or so. and he had been hurriedly examin.
ing them during the Inspector latter pro-
ceedings, land all sham"
"Quite SOL" he said it languidly, but
with shade of amusement in his voice.
''l'll trouble you for 'em. sir THEY'LL be
wanted at the trial. So will they" he
added. pointing to the little parcels. "lf
you'll Just make note of all there is there,
I'll take 'em and give you receipt"
Mr.. Glister. much shaken by the events
of the last few minutes. set himself to this
task. Inspector Roberts produced tooth
pick, and continued his conversation with
his captives with the calm playfulness
which distinguished him.
Didn't expect to see me. Jemmy-ehp"
he demanded of the stricken cleric. "Bit
of a shock, amt itp Never mind, old man {;
you'll get over it in time. in the quiet and
retired retreat which awaits your declining
days. You can't grumble you've had q
tidy long run. you know. Why. it's seven
years since 1 see you last on business
seven years! Lord. how time flies! And
Joe, too" he went on, beaming mildly on
the bridegroom. 1--WE often thought about
Joe, lately. Let's see. he is your son, or
your nephew, or your younger brother,
this time? In the church, too! That's a
rise for you, Jenny. Why. you was only
a stockbroker when saw you last Old
lady in Mazda Vale. you know. Plate.
You remember, of course. Very neat it
was done, 100. You was always good
workman. III say that for you. That
the memorandum, sir? Sure, you've got
everything down? There you are" He
signed. and handing back the paper
methodically slowed away the little pack
cts in an inner pocket. ''ReadyP" he de-
manded of his prisoners. of we 90,
then. You'll hear from the authorities in
a day or two. sir-probably tomorrow
when You'll be wanted " he said to Mr.