I had not seen him for--I really don't know how many years." He paused and looked at Spargo as if he was wondering what he ought or not to say to a newspaper man.

Spargo remained silent, waiting.

And presently Mr.Aylmore went on.
"I read your account in the _Watchman_ this morning," he said.

"I was wondering, when you called just now, if I would communicate with you or with the police.

The fact is--I suppose you want this for your paper, eh ?" he continued after a sudden breaking off.
"I shall not print anything that you wish me not to print," answered Spargo.