I would like to consult with you," she continued, "about the best way of solving this mystery.

I have been thinking of engaging some of the best detectives I can get.

I suppose New York would be the place." "No; Chicago," answered the young man.
"Well, then, that is what I wanted to see you about.

I would like to get the very best detectives that can be had.

Don't you think that, if they were promised ample reward, and paid well during the time they were working on the case, we might discover the key to this mystery ?" "I do not think much of our detective system," answered Stratton, "although I suppose there is something in it, and sometimes they manage in spite of themselves to stumble on the solution of a crime.