So you saw the man come in and O'Day, the clerk, saw him go out, did he?
And O'Day sent for you to stay around in case any questions were asked?
Is that it ?" The tramp's lip was lifted, showing his teeth.

"No, that ain't it by a damned sight! I know who pinched the goods--knowed him for months.

Know his name, just as well as I know yours.

I got on to you soon as you come in." The detective shot a quick glance at the speaker.

"Me ?" he returned quietly.
"Yes--YOU.