We understand the circumstances well enough." "I tell you," cried Brenton, in an angry tone, "that---- "Come, come," said Speed, "we have had enough of this discussion.

I tell you that you are all wrong, every one of you.

Come with me, Brenton, and we will leave this amusing crowd." "I shall do nothing of the kind," answered Brenton, shortly.
"Oh, very well then, do as you please.

I am glad the thing is ended, and I am glad it is ended by my Chicago friend." "Your Chicago friend!" sneered Brenton, slightingly; "It was discovered by Doctor Stephen Roland." "My dear fellow," said Speed, "Stephen Roland had all his time to discover the thing, and didn't do it, and never would have done it, if George Stratton hadn't encountered him.

Well, good-bye, gentlemen; I am sorry to say that I have had quite enough of this discussion.