I knew that Mr.Delkin had a mind to give his daughter a really fine collection of jewels, and I went at once to him regarding the matter.

In consequence of my interview with Mr.Delkin, I cabled to James Allerdyke on April 21st, saying--" "This is it, no doubt," said Allerdyke, producing the message of the date mentioned.
"That is it," assented Fullaway, glancing across the table.

"Very well, you see what I said.

He replied to that at once--here is his reply.

It is, you see, very brief.