Crossville chronicle. [volume] (Crossville, Tenn.) 1894-current, 1915-01-20

he ventured. Il believe you haven
seen much OF each other for a year o.
so. Where is Reynolds now" he fin
ished, 1t having just occurred to hin
that he had not inquired for him.
Upstairs for a minute" Dick tolC
him. Hes expecting you. He'll be-
right down. Bob is sort of shot tc
pieces tonight. thought he would be
and that's what brought me around
Thought l might be of some help to
him."
The millionaire raised his head
quickly and looked searchingly at
Meade.
Help? Why. does he need help" he
asked with some asperity.
Il think he does-a little. Haven't
you heard? Hasn't Henning told
your"
"Henning?" snapped Brand irritably.
What has Henning got to do with it?
| don't know as l follow you, young
man. II there is anything on your
mind, speak it out. That's my method
and l have no patience for riddles"
| There Is just this on my mind, Mr..
Brand" he said. Reynolds went broke
today, flat-you understand, fiat. He
went broke on Henning's tip, and Hen
| ming Is your broker. Reynolds lost
$4,000; every cent he had in the
world, and you won two hundred thou
| sand. That's what's on my mind. Mr..
| Brand"
We'll, what about it," the million
aire asked sharply. He glowered at
Dick and thrust out his jaw men,
acingly.
Il don't know what about it," replied
the reporter still quietly, but with his
face in just as threatening proximity
as Brands. I'm here to find out"
Brand side-stepped the issue.
you told Reynolds that?" he in
quired.
Il told him what you won, yes. About
his own losses l guess he was pretty
well informed"
The millionaire took out his cigar
case and rendered it to Dick in a gin
oSAAyp SA7OA-ioSt way hO ICPOiS
er declined, and Brand lighted his
cigar with deliberate movement He
pulled 1t slowly once or twice with
contemplative mien. then stepped
quickly up to Meade. facing him with
challenging look.
Young man." he said sharply, 81 am
here tonight in answer to a message
from Reynolds. My business with Rey-
nolds Is for him and me; not for you.
II you want to play the good Samari-
tan. have no objection. It Is very
laudable Of you, but I'll do my own
charity work in my own way. II you
take my advice, you'll step out Of this
affair tonight and let Reynolds and
settle it ourselves"
"All right" Meade agreed. That's
what l intend to do. just want to let
you know, however, that am here to
throw out life line IL one is needed.
That's my line of business to some ex-
tent, and I've got some pretty good
life-savers back Of me-the magazine /
mentioned. ! can throw out the line
and IL the rescue job Is too big for me,
there will be plenty of help behind.
Just remember that" he finished. as |
Reynolds step was heard at the top of
the stairs.
Meade started for his coat and hat.
Hello, Brand" called Reynolds, as
he descended, and as he caught sight
Of Dick. you're not going? Why,
you can't get train back at this time
Of night, Dick. Besides. you must stay
and see Jane"
Dick continued his preparations for
departure.
you and Brand have some business
to discuss, Bob and I'll see you in the
Nonsense, nothing Of the kind, you
stay right here" his friend insisted.
Well be through our business soon.
won't we. Brandt"
why. yes" answered the million
aire amiabiy enough. "He doesn't
have to go on my account"
Il should say not" Bob decided.
You go upstairs. Dick, to my den.
It's in the front Of the house. Lots to
smoke and plenty to read. I'll call you
when we're through. Jane'll be home
by that time. too"
Very WELL" Meade assented. He
smiled as he glanced at the million
lire "I'll close the door. so you don't
iced to worry, Mr.. Brand"
Brands laugh was void of mirth, but
le answered with fine sarcasm and
ANY time you make me worry.
voung man. I'll retire from business"
Thank YOU" said Dick, as he as
.ended the stairs that makes me all
he more eager to seek the oppor-
unity"
Reynolds walked to the table and
,oured out some brandy. Have
ome?" he asked CURLY, holding
lass towards the millionaire.