This mystery centers in and around the postmaster's daughter.

Come, now, you are a reasonable person.

Admit the cold, hard truth, and then give play to your fancy." "Sir," said Hart, brandishing his pipe again, "I suggest that you and I, here and now, form a mutual admiration society." "It is a cruel and bitter thing that an innocent girl should be dragged into association with a foul crime," said Grant stubbornly.

"I am not disputing the force of your acumen, Mr.Furneaux.My only desire is to shield the good name of a very charming young lady." "What's done can't be undone," countered the detective, well knowing that Grant confessed himself beaten.
"But what is all the bother about?
You heard from Miss Martin's own lips absolutely the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.

Put her in the witness-box, and what more can she tell you ?" "I am not worrying about her appearance in the witness-box," said Furneaux dryly.