Cy had hired Lawyer Peabody, of Ostable, to look out for his interests.

Mr.Atkins and the captain had all but come to blows over the child.

Thomas, the poor father, had broken down and wept, and had threatened to commit suicide.

Mrs.Salters had refused to speak to Captain Cy when she met the latter after meeting on Sunday.

The land in Orham had been sold and the captain was using the money.