Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1909-09-02

Pm thinkin'," O'Hagan pursued,
calmly ignoring the presence of the
outsiders, 'thot these do be the SCOT
that domned thafe ay the worruld stole
off we the day, sor. A la-ad brought
ut at ayeleven o'clock, sor, wild partic-
ular rayquest thot ut be daylivered to
We at once. The papers tore, an"
"O'Hagan," Maitland ordered sharp
ly, undo that parcel. I think l can
satisfy you now, sleuth. What kind of
suit did your luncheon acquaintance
wear?"
Gray"
AN here ut is" O'Hagan an
chair. 'Iv'ry domn' thing, aven down
to the socks. And note for We, sor."
AS he shook out the folds of the
coat square white envelope dropped
to the floor; the janitor retrieved and
offered it to his employer.
"'Dear Mr.. Maitland" he read
aloud; LAS you will probably sur
mise, my motive in thus restoring to
you portion Of your property is not
altogether uninfuenced by personal
and selfish considerations In brief,
wish to discover whether or not you
shall take pleasure in calling; if the
contrary, | shall feel that in justice to
myself l must forego the pleasure of
improving an acquaintance begun un-
der auspices so unfavorable. In either
case, permit me to thank you for the
use Of your wardrobe-which, quantity
enough, has outlived it's usefulness to
me; a fat-headed detective named
Hickey will tell you why-and to ex-
tend to you expression of my highest
consideration. Believe me, am en-
viously yours, Daniel Anisty'-Signed,"
added Hickey mechanically, his face
working.
Satisfied, sleuth?"
BY way of reply, but ungraciously,
the detective stepped forward and un-
locked the handouts.
Maitland stood erect, smiling.
Thank you very much, sleuth.
shan't forget you. O'Hagan,"
tossing the janitor the keys from his
desk, you'll find some-ah-lemon-
pop and root-beer in the buffet. This
officer and his friends will no doubt
join you in a friendly drink down
stairs. Cabby, want word with
you. Good morning, gentle
men. Good morning, sleuth."
And he showed them the door. Il
shall be at your service, officer" he
called over the janitors shoulder, "at
any time tomorrow morning. II not
here, O'Hagan will tell you where to
find me. And, O'Hagan!" The janitor
fell back Keep them at least an
hour" Maitland told him guardedly.
And say nothing
The Irishman pledged his discretion
by silent look Maitland turned back
to the cabby.
you did me good turn, just now"
he began.
Don't mention 1t, sir; I've carried
you hoften before this evenin', and-ex-
cuse my sayin' SOL never 'ad fare
as tipped 'andsomer It's real pleas
ure, sir, to be OF service"
Thank YOU" returned Maitland,
eying him in speculative wise. Il
wonder"
The man was rough, burly English.
man of one of the most intelligent, II
not intellectual, kind; the British cab
by. as a type. has few superiors for
sheer quickness of wit and under
standing. This man had been sharp
ened and tempered by his contact
with American conditions. His eyes
were shrewd, his face honest IL wealth
er-beaten. his attitude respectful.
I've another use for you to night"
Maitland decided, "if you are at lib
erty and--discreet?" The final word
was question. flung over his shout
der as he turned toward the escritoire.
Yes, sir" said the man thought
fully. 81 allus can drive. sir. even
when I'm drinkin' 'ardest and can't
see nothink."